make someone understand
No matter how many times I explain, I just can't get through to him.
get through to — 2 meanings
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phrasal verb2 meanings
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make contact by phone
I tried calling her all morning, but I couldn't get through to her.
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1. make someone understand
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to succeed in making someone understand what you are trying to say, especially when it is difficult.
No matter how many times I explain, I just can't get through to him.
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to succeed in reaching someone by telephone after trying to call them.
I tried calling her all morning, but I couldn't get through to her.
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