- present participle of understand.
understanding
Example Sentences
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But understanding the fantasy and accepting it are two different things, separated by a sea of unwarranted shame.
From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2026
Researchers say the work could help address long-standing gaps in understanding menstrual health and improve support for millions of women.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
One way or another, Anthropic’s looming IPO stands to reframe the market’s understanding of AI.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026
Though she showed many classic early childhood indicators — sensitivity to noise, extremely limited food preferences, rigid adherence to routine and difficulties understanding social nuances — no one suggested she was autistic.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
Everyone had been understanding, especially Cornelius, who definitely did not mind double meals.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
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