understand
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"I fully understand a baby loss certificate cannot alleviate the profound grief experienced by parents following such losses," he said.
From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026
But such rules are designed for mature adults who understand how international relations work.
From Salon • Jun. 23, 2026
“I gotta be honest with you,” Vance told “Fox & Friends” on Friday, “I don’t really understand these things. I have never been particularly into diplomatic protocols.”
From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026
But it’s still worth looking under the hood to make sure you understand just what you are getting.
From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026
Clare sniffed around her, trying to understand why she refused to move.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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