understandable
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There are a couple of understandable reasons older people put off installing a stairlift.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 5, 2026
Cathy’s reasons for doing terrible things may be understandable, even relatable, while the transgression remains unforgivable.
From Salon ● Oct. 3, 2026
The worry is understandable, but it is the wrong question.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
"We appreciate that the communities are worried and that is understandable, but the testing isn't necessarily going to give any good answers," said Prof Sarah Jones, consultant in environmental public health at PHW.
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2026
“An understandable concern, sir. But not to worry. An anonymous donor has very generously paid for all of your meals already. To include desserts.”
From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon
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