- present participle of understand.
understanding
Example Sentences
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Its mission, said former assistant secretary of the Smithsonian Remington Kellogg that year, was to “awaken” a “clear understanding of the inspiring story of the United States — its origins, struggles, development, traditions, strength.”
From Salon ● Sep. 25, 2026
Schmidt said the first major clue appeared in 2014, when a colony of genetically engineered mice survived under conditions that, according to scientific understanding at the time, should have been fatal.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 25, 2026
But its overall effect is sweetly understanding and brimming with respect for human miscues under strain.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
Lawmakers and AI industry leaders urged President Trump to use his summit with Xi this week to pursue a safety framework for AI, which researchers warn could soon surpass human understanding.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026
We had shared an understanding of how it was to be both Chinese and American.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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