understand
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Example Sentences
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The brother of another man killed, who wanted to remain anonymous, says he understands why people take the risk.
From BBC
To understand how snow flies survive such harsh conditions, researchers first examined their genetic makeup.
From Science Daily
Scientists still do not fully understand what happens in the brain to create this sense of deep, refreshing rest.
From Science Daily
Treasury officials are understood to be working with NS&I to determine the exact amount to be given to customers.
From BBC
The cave also contained fossils of an extinct ancestor of the takahē, helping scientists better understand the evolution of this well-known New Zealand bird.
From Science Daily
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
