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Pick up on
/pˈɪk ˌʌp ˌɒn ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/
/pˈɪk ˌʌp ˌɑːn ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/to pick up on
01
to notice something that is not immediately obvious
Transitive: to pick up on a situation
02
to express disapproval or correct someone's statement
Transitive: to pick up on an error or remark
03
to refer to or comment on a topic or point that was mentioned earlier in a conversation
Transitive: to pick up on a topic or point
pick up on
v
Example
During the movie, most people didn't pick up on the small clues leading to the big plot twist at the end.
As a skilled detective, he could pick up on subtle behavioral cues that indicated when someone was lying.
Sarah was quick to pick up on the tension in the room when she entered.
Despite the actor's composed demeanor, keen-eyed fans picked up on the slight tremor in his hands, indicating nervousness.
Can we pick up on that discussion?
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