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understanding

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






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“I would really want the benefit of understanding what the judges think about the issue.”

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

But a combination of understanding food as fuel for her sport and proactive steps, such as eating free from distractions and alerting team nutritionists to pay her special attention, has helped keep her on track.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

They found that such acceptance becomes more likely if the person is under time pressure, faces a complex task or doesn’t have a good understanding of what they are querying, among other factors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

This updated understanding may also help resolve tensions that have existed between conservation groups and Native Hawaiian communities, opening the door to more inclusive approaches.

From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026

He says each word slowly, as if I’m not understanding something that should be obvious.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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