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comprehension

[kom-pri-hen-shuhn] / ˌkɒm prɪˈhɛn ʃən /


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Although Centaur was presented as a model capable of simulating cognition, its biggest limitation appears to be in language comprehension.

From Science Daily • Apr. 30, 2026

This creates a gap between adviser compliance and a client’s comprehension of all the moving parts.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

While he still thinks his comprehension is "a little slow", Ellis said it had made him rethink his priorities in life.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

This extremely human rendering of the healer’s challenge conveys a broader scope of comprehension than any other medical drama.

From Salon • Jan. 8, 2026

His face showed no comprehension of this, only hatred.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein




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