understand
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About three months ago, fast-casual chain Panera Bread started surveying customers to understand their GLP-1 usage.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
“We understand that our community is shocked and hurt by this news, but what’s important to remember is that this was the conduct of one individual,” Bruno said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
The resource was published in Nature Scientific Data and is expected to help scientists better understand cactus biodiversity and conservation challenges.
From Science Daily • May 13, 2026
“As I understand ‘The View,’ which I despise, that’s what they do.
From Salon • May 13, 2026
I didn’t understand why she just stood there with her hands clasped until she glanced at me and ticked her head toward the door.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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