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Get the picture

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Figurative Sense

Used to express understanding of a concept, not a visual image.

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After the long briefing, everyone said they got the picture.
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Informal Usage

Common in casual conversation, less appropriate in formal settings.

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When John explained the game rules, I said 'I get the picture' and we started playing.
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Slight Impatience

Can imply you want someone to stop explaining because you understand.

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Okay, I get the picture, you don't have to keep going on about it.
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