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understanding

[uhn-der-stan-ding] / ˌʌn dərˈstæn dɪŋ /






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There was also what Dr Sanam Vakil of Chatham House describes as a "limited psychological understanding of the adversary and what compromises are needed for a real deal".

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Our critic noted that “One comes away from this engaging show, which is marked by extraordinary loans, with a heightened understanding of just how difficult it is to account for Caravaggio’s unparalleled achievement.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

"We leave here with a very simple proposal, a method of understanding that is our final and best offer. We'll see if the Iranians accept it," Vance told reporters.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

As research at the site continues, scientists expect even more discoveries that could deepen our understanding of how human society first began to take shape.

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

Jason thought of the Elders at Sandy June’s and the love they freely gave him, about how understanding they’d been, and how they reminded him of his grandma.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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