He is a bit slow on the uptake with new technology.
slow on the uptake
idiomOf a person, slow to comprehend or process intellectually.
I explained the rules three times, but he was still slow on the uptake and kept making mistakes.
Although he possessed a sharp memory for historical dates, he was notoriously slow on the uptake when it came to understanding subtle social cues.
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do a slow burn
To experience a gradually increasing feeling of anger or frustration; to slowly burn.
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quick on the uptake
Able to readily understand things; aware and intelligent.
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slow burn
Something that emerges or unfolds slowly or gradually.
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slow march
A progression or unfolding of events which occurs in an unhurried, steady, deliberate manner.
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slow off the mark
slow to act or react
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slow study
One who takes a long time to learn or understand things; a slow learner.
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slow up
To slow; to slow down; to decelerate.