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understanding

[uhn-der-stan-ding] / ˌʌn dərˈstæn dɪŋ /






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Observing what happens in this “quaint little town” on the border, she says, is crucial to understanding global geopolitics.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

They say this may lead to a better understanding of disease mechanisms and eventually contribute to new treatments.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

"The children love it but the ones who get the most out of it are the teachers, who go back with a different understanding and different approach."

From BBC • May 26, 2026

EMDR’s growing acceptance reflects the understanding that most any kind of early life anguish, from benign neglect or financial stress to parental alcoholism, can have the same impact as a horrific combat experience.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Trust is what Xander has for me and my understanding of human speech.

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga




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