understand
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“We don’t understand it and we need more information.”activism against the proposed data centers, with Laura working around the clock with Protect The Paluxy Valley.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026
“It’s going to be an all hands on deck situation to understand, assess and plan the recovery,” the garden’s Schneider said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
Investors seem to understand that Apple is playing a wise long game when it comes to AI.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
It’s often surprising how few people — including not only investors but also Wall Street salesmen — actually seem to understand stock prices.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
Like, Berlin Chambers could now understand more than half of what was being said.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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