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understanding

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






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Over the last few days, police officials have said their understanding of the threat posed by the shooters evolved based on information from the mother, who has not responded to requests for comment.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

Hillsborough County and Tampa city approved a nonbinding memorandum of understanding for the proposed stadium, with final votes expected this summer.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

All said they felt their daughters were being forgotten as their experiences had been erased from the public's understanding of the attack.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

But a newly studied star system called LHS 1903 may challenge that understanding.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

She had a hard time understanding why a new refrigerator got them so excited.

From "Wolfie & Fly" by Cary Fagan




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