Get the picture meaning in English

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Definition

I get the picture!: I understand! I see what you're trying to say! idiom
-Do you get the picture? -Yes, I understand what you are saying.

Examples

  • "TheBlisster (Susan Bliss) says : I get the picture!"
  • "If the shareholders aren't pleased, then Bruno won't be happy, and if Bruno isn't happy, then well... I think you get the picture."
  • "Donna : I get the picture Mr. Cheeter."
Exercise 1
"If the shareholders aren't pleased, then Bruno won't be happy, and if Bruno isn't happy, then well... I think you get the picture".

Which of the following statements best explains the idiom: I think you get the picture?
"If the shareholders aren't pleased, then Bruno won't be happy, and if Bruno isn't happy, then well... I think you get the picture".

Which of the following statements best explains the idiom: I think you get the picture?
This is incorrect. "I think you get the picture" does not indicate agreement or accord, but understanding.
This is incorrect. "I think you have it" is an idiom which follows an achievement, such as a child who has just solved a math problem. The teacher might respond: "I think you have it".
This is incorrect. In fact, "I think you're wrong" has the opposite meaning of "I think you get the picture".
This is the best choice here. "I think you get the picture" is an idiom which means: "I'm sure you understand" or "I'm sure you understand the situation". Kevin is giving Susie several reasons why Delavigne is not likely to change subcontractors, and then tells Susie "I think you get the picture". The phrase has a note of sarcasm.

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