- present participle of understand.
understanding
Example Sentences
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A "memorandum of understanding" between the two nations stipulated the "reopening of the Strait of Hormuz within 30 days", as quoted by Iran's Mehr news agency.
From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026
Neville said: "James brings exactly the right blend of financial services experience, charitable involvement and community understanding."
From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026
“Politicians are understanding that this is a significant group of people who can move the needle in races, especially close races,” McKinney said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2026
Sigma, which is valued at about US$21.5 billion, last month agreed a memorandum of understanding with Greenlight Healthcare to launch its Chemist Warehouse brand in the U.K.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 14, 2026
I can’t make him understand, when he’s committed to not understanding me at all.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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