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understanding

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






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Because exposure can occur over many years, researchers are interested in understanding whether people who lived near treated fields may face long-term health consequences.

From Science Daily • Jun. 28, 2026

Swan has described the book as an examination of how Trump has expanded executive authority during his second term, while Haberman has said their reporting focuses on understanding how decisions are made inside the administration.

From Salon • Jun. 28, 2026

“With its ability to personalize medicine, AI will give us a better understanding of the probability of each person living to a certain age, which can help them plan for their lifespan.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 27, 2026

Buckingham Palace described the move to publish the King's tax bill – as well as Prince William's – as increasing transparency which it said aimed to "encourage wider understanding of our accountability".

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

The hare clarified while Duane concentrated very hard on understanding her clarification.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el




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