understand
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To better understand how this system works, researchers recreated it outside living cells using purified components.
From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026
“I understand that when you’re the victim of a burglary, all that matters is that your police department is doing all it takes to keep you safe,” McDonnell said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
With Israeli restrictions allowing religious gatherings of up to 50 people at the time, he said the decision to deny the church leaders entry was "difficult to understand or justify".
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
Buying shares of the company you work for isn’t necessarily a bad move — but you should understand the risks.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026
Holding it in my hand, I finally understand what Mr. Harris was trying to tell me.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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