Definition of Gist
the main idea or point
Examples of Gist in a sentence
Because Ken told his story in a confusing way, I could not get the gist of it.
The first paragraph of the report should provide readers with the gist of the paper.
Since I heard the gist of my neighbors’ argument, I knew exactly why they were fighting.
The gist of my father’s speech was that I was grounded and could not attend my best friend’s party.
As soon as I get the gist of the professor’s lecture and know enough to pass the test, I usually stop listening.
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