understanding

Example Sentences

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The issue of race had been “exacerbated in our politics over the past year,” making it “a time for more understanding, love, sensitivity and honor, and I want to be part of that.”

From Slate • May 6, 2026

One of the most promising applications of this approach lies in understanding chromatin, the complex structure of DNA and proteins inside cells.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

“But I also think that someone’s track record is important, someone’s ability to collaborate and someone’s at least basic understanding of the government and how it works,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

“Fundamentally core to that is understanding how molecules behave, how molecules interact with things such as water. In many ways, this is the largest demonstration to date.”

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

The video recording announces, “The rover Resilience brought home many important discoveries that have moved our understanding of Mars forward, but the planet still holds many mysteries yet to be solved.”

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga