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understanding

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






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"We are grateful to them for their understanding while our work was undertaken".

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Studies that rely on wearable devices are opening new possibilities for understanding and improving public health.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

Inside Israel, there is an understanding that the stakes for the Lebanese government are high and that it has two tough options to choose from.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Critically huzzahed, festooned with Emmys, the 2023 first season of “Beef” told a story of road rage escalating to warfare and finally winding down to a sort of understanding.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

“So,” Elliot said, his brow furrowed, “if I’m understanding this right, we already fixed this.”

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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