- present participle of understand.
understanding
Example Sentences
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Tielemans' pre-season appearances seemed to be based around developing an understanding with skipper Fernandes.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026
The potential applications extend well beyond understanding how DNA works.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 5, 2026
Though she initially identified with her male birth name, the more she painted herself in Venus-like, feminine poses and with longer hair, her understanding of her identity shifted.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026
My understanding is that there might be limitations on what pleas are available based on the counts that are in this case.
From Slate ● Sep. 4, 2026
She had a hard time understanding why a new refrigerator got them so excited.
From "Wolfie & Fly" by Cary Fagan
Vocabulary lists containing understanding
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