understandably
Example Sentences
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For a whole campaign a title-winning team's players have been working hard towards the goal of winning the league and the moment it is achieved will understandably feel like a huge success and relief.
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026
Maybe she wants to run for president and understandably doesn’t want to be pregnant while doing so.
From Slate ● Aug. 11, 2026
Given all that, Raleigh understandably came into this season as an MVP favorite.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026
When Odysseus’ men arrive at Circe’s home, hungry, asking to be fed, Circe seems frightened — understandably so.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026
I was understandably taken aback at the discovery and when he saluted sharply and barked “Pasa” I released the brake, put both feet down and lifted them a bit too sharply.
From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou
