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understanding

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






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Capp suggests there may have been an informal understanding between robbers and victims.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

Axios earlier reported the progress on a memorandum of understanding.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

The issue of race had been “exacerbated in our politics over the past year,” making it “a time for more understanding, love, sensitivity and honor, and I want to be part of that.”

From Slate • May 6, 2026

“From my understanding, it’s basically making sure basically the tissue is healed enough. We’re obviously going to splint him, but making sure the tissue is healed enough to protect his skin barrier.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

“I bet you’d have a lot to tell us,” Miranda continued, not understanding my squeaks.

From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney




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