understanding

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But these earlier images deepen our understanding of the social causes that mattered to him, echoing scenes from Vietnam and domestic race riots that clearly shaped a pacifist perspective.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

"Our new engagement strategy aims to increase understanding and enable participation in the work of the assembly, including bringing more people to Parliament Buildings," it added.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Chesterton was raised in a high-minded Unitarianism whose morals he approved but whose understanding of God he found too thin to support the changes that he, as a man of the left, wanted.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

I appreciate your understanding and support, and ask for privacy for my family, loved ones and myself at this time.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Maggie’s “preacher” promised and promised, never once understanding why the Fox women had grown skeptical.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock