understand
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The only humans who remain are a team of about a dozen park rangers and Department of Interior scientists who are working to review the fire damage and understand the scale of the loss.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
"They understand the challenges ahead and when they come, we'll be ready for them," he adds.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
I also see a great role for individuals who understand internal politics in organizations—as AI creates winners and losers, the ability to persuade and solve conflict will be a premium skill.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Scientists are still working to fully understand the long-term effects of TFA.
From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026
“I still don’t understand what the issue is. It’s one of the most prestigious programs around. Why wouldn’t he want you to go?”
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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