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understanding

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






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US news outlet Axios reported on Wednesday that the White House believes it could be closing in on a 14-point memorandum of understanding with Iran.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

“From my understanding, it’s basically making sure basically the tissue is healed enough. We’re obviously going to splint him, but making sure the tissue is healed enough to protect his skin barrier.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

It said both sides were close to agreeing on a "one-page memorandum of understanding to end the war."

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

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

I lived for these moments, this tight connection with someone, the growing sense of understanding another person—and being understood.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows




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