Be given
Be given verb - Have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined.
Pick up
Pick up verb - To acquire complete knowledge, understanding, or skill in.
Mutual synonyms
Both terms in one sentence
- Human characters can be given a trait that basically lets them pick up genetic feats and traits from any of the Humanoid races in the game.
- Others are well-meaning but a bit clueless, and have to be given insight into their children's fears and wants by the sitters because they don't pick up on them otherwise.
Source: Adults Are Useless
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