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understanding

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






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Because exposure can occur over many years, researchers are interested in understanding whether people who lived near treated fields may face long-term health consequences.

From Science Daily • Jun. 28, 2026

When an Orlando Sentinel reporter had earlier in the year asked Conaway about rumors a booster was paying players’ tuition and other expenses, he said, “That’s not factual at all. From my understanding that’s illegal.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

Swan has described the book as an examination of how Trump has expanded executive authority during his second term, while Haberman has said their reporting focuses on understanding how decisions are made inside the administration.

From Salon • Jun. 28, 2026

And there is definitely an element of understanding what this car needs, what these tyres need in different conditions.

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026

I can’t make him understand, when he’s committed to not understanding me at all.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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