- present participle of understand.
understanding
Example Sentences
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Bans on atmospheric testing, numerical limits on delivery systems, and the general understanding that first use will be severely condemned and punished have held off nuclear catastrophe.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026
In understanding how Bancroft was rumbled, a little knowledge of how live cricket is shown on TV is helpful.
From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026
Or should the seemingly enlightened Norwegians be more understanding?
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026
Investors are still “early in their journey” when it comes to understanding Micron Technology and how to value its stock, according to an analyst.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 7, 2026
It gives you an understanding that is distinctly, wholly yours.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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