understand
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Example Sentences
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"Any of that kind of talk... I understand it," McInnes said.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
Though she assures readers that students do suffer consequences, including suspension, for infractions, the goal at HVA is for students to understand what they have done wrong and to make amends.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
“I can practice so that they understand me better in English, but not erase my Mexican accent.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
Most investors understand that war can push oil prices higher.
From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026
I understand, in this moment, that he tricked Gran and me into missing one of my most important moments.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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