understand
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I was very flattered, but I also understand the responsibility.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
“I understand that there’s prices to pay for coming back, and I’m willing to accept those and whatever I have to do.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
I understand the challenge of writing advice columns.
From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026
Burbery says this connection between literature and science encourages a broader perspective on how ancient narratives may contain insights that modern researchers are only beginning to understand.
From Science Daily • May 11, 2026
I can’t let him think that Zara’s more important to me than he is, and while she might be annoyed at first, she’ll understand that this is necessary.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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