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understandable

[uhn-der-stan-duh-buhl] / ˌʌn dərˈstæn də bəl /




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"We're over 50% down in turnover, which is understandable, but really appreciate a lot of our customers who have shown tremendous loyalty and made the effort to come," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

That said, the confusion is understandable, given the amount of hand-wringing over dating recessions and falling birth rates we regularly hear about.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

In an age of “nepo” accusations and internet dogpiles, it would be completely understandable for Grohl to feel anxious about her album’s reception.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

It’s understandable for investors to worry about selling their chip holdings too soon, but they should think of it as “trimming” rather than getting out.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

Skipping over the complex course of Tisquantum’s life is understandable in a textbook with limited space.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann




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