understand
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Example Sentences
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“Those who truly knew him understood that his art was one of the purest reflections of who he was.”
From Los Angeles Times
Roland says she understands the need to provide a relatable example, but "at the same time, it does, to me, trivialise it".
From BBC
"But also we all live here so naturally there's going to be references that people in the audience will understand."
From BBC
A Justice Department official said, “The entire DOJ leadership determined that Slater’s flawed understanding of the deal required a different approach.”
The Midwestern pontiff brings a deeper understanding of American society and politics than any previous pope.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
