mutual understanding

Example Sentences

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A quick drink, polite conversation, a mutual understanding that we tried.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

"It concluded with the mutual understanding that we will continue to engage in a more detailed manner on matters that are essential to any deal -- including sanctions termination and nuclear-related steps," he wrote.

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

The author dedicated her work to “the people of America with the fervent hope that our nations may come ever closer together in mutual understanding and sympathy.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

"This milestone comes at the close of a challenging period that required significant dialogue to reach mutual understanding and commitment on the way forward," a statement from the conservation group read.

From BBC • Oct. 17, 2025

We have to meet as equals, with some mutual understanding and candor, before my mission can even begin.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin