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understanding

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






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For Danni and Jordan, there were three crucial steps to reconciling: not being defensive, realising their reconciliation might take time, and understanding there needed to be boundaries.

From BBC

And while the league had initially shown some understanding, patience among other owners and NFL brass had run out well before this season’s Super Bowl run.

From The Wall Street Journal

Much like the Rosetta Stone helped scientists interpret ancient hieroglyphics, V1298 Tau provides a key reference for understanding how the galaxy's most common planets take shape.

From Science Daily

That result sharpens scientists' understanding of how Jupiter and the rest of the solar system took shape.

From Science Daily

"This work shows that understanding social evolution isn't just about adding new traits," Professor Lo said.

From Science Daily