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understanding

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






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By the end, I had a better understanding of the people building the technology with the power to transform civilization than I did 84 minutes earlier.

From The Wall Street Journal

Portfolio managers all, they have impressive analytical chops and an intimate understanding of what makes companies and markets tick.

From Barron's

In each, Ms. Khatwa, an earth scientist and television host, skillfully and respectfully balances scientific understanding with the spiritualities tied to the mythical stories of indigenous peoples.

From The Wall Street Journal

"This was not a party that was capable of even understanding what it had got wrong, let alone fixing it."

From BBC

Meanwhile, Glasner said: "My understanding is the deal with Marc is in the final stages."

From BBC