Answer:

learns

AnswerCrossword Clue
LEARNSGets down
LEARNSPicks up
LEARNSGets the hang of
LEARNSGathers nuggets
LEARNSCatches wind of
LEARNSGets to know
LEARNSDoesn't repeat one's mistake
LEARNSMemorizes
LEARNSBecomes aware of
LEARNSGets better at
LEARNSMasters
LEARNSGets smart
LEARNSGets educated
LEARNSAscertains
LEARNSHears tell of