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understanding

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






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Protecting humanity from the next pandemic, and the ones after that, depends on gaining an accurate understanding of how pathogens originate and reach human communities.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

As part of a generation of 'digital natives' who grew up with an instinctive understanding of social media, he has also shown an ability to connect with a young online audience.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

These insights could help refine treatments, especially in immuno-oncology, by improving our understanding of what drives successful immune attacks against cancer and what limits them.

From Science Daily • Apr. 30, 2026

He told the court he backed the project on the understanding it would be a nonprofit that would put society's interests first, with any technology it developed released as open source, freely available to all.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

“My brother, Casper, is napping,” Ivy said, easily understanding.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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