comprehension

Example Sentences

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He watched as comprehension overtook her: it flooded her face, which grew pale and rigid.

From Literature

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

From Salon

The passages chosen have "some degree of specialisation", which allows the test to assess such comprehension skills, he told The Korea Times.

From BBC

But pupils will also do a comprehension test by answering questions on a passage in English or Irish.

From BBC

He suggested that the BBC's decision to invite Mr MacKenzie to contribute to a discussion on ethics and journalistic integrity was "beyond comprehension".

From BBC