understanding
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He studied the prevention and cure of disease and how the body functioned, including respiration and blood circulation, and he had a nascent understanding of germs.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026
This marks a significant improvement in understanding how this isotope is produced.
From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026
She said the amendments "aim to strengthen duty bearers' understanding of the law and how it applies across a range of the scenarios they encounter day-to-day".
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
“To my understanding, I had to play three-on-three to be able to be available to play,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
But then she reminded herself that the Swanburne Academy was a place where all children were treated with understanding and respect.
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
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