What is another word for were turned on to?
Pronunciation: [wɜː tˈɜːnd ˈɒn tuː] (IPA) 
The phrase "were turned on to" is commonly used to describe introducing someone to a new idea, experience, or activity. Some synonyms for this phrase include "opened up to," "exposed to," "initiated into," "introduced to," and "enlightened about." All of these phrases suggest an element of discovery or revelation, and imply that the person being introduced has gained knowledge or understanding they didn't previously possess. Other similar phrases include "turned onto," "brought in on," "let in on," and "clued in to." Regardless of which phrasing is used, the underlying idea remains the same: someone has been shown something new and has had their perspective expanded.
