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slow on the uptake

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slow on the uptake
not able to understand something quickly. I tried to explain how the new software works to my manager, but he's a little slow on the uptake.
Usage notes: also used in the form quick on the uptake able to understand something quickly: He was quick on the uptake and able to realize right away what was wrong.
See also: slow, uptake

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