to have direct experience of something (in person)

The other day in class this guy, who I find to be obnoxious, went on to ask a question that the teacher literally had just answered. I had to try so hard to ___________.

get your head ____

catch someone's ___

TO CHANGE YOUR MIND

to say no to something

In Maths we were learning about logs, and I just couldn't _____________around the concept.

to feel unable to do something

Whew! Last Friday we went out to eat and Oh my gosh! I saw the hottest man alive. He _________ straight away. I couldn't help it. I have never seen sucha beautiful specimen before

Some people just can't ____ the music and be accountable for their own misfortunes. They always use the excuse of being the victim in any situation.

to ___ a straight face

Pedro always piles up his dishes on his desk, and his clothes on the dresser. I had to finally _________down and give him an ear full about not wanting to live in a dumpster.

put someone's foot ___ it