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understanding

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






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The lack of clear outcomes from the Xi-Trump meeting, though, "likely reassures Moscow that Xi did not strike any understanding with Trump that would materially undercut Russian interests".

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Ochwat and study co author Ted Scambos, a senior research scientist at the University of Colorado Boulder, said new satellite technologies could significantly improve scientists' understanding of rapid glacier retreat.

From Science Daily • May 19, 2026

Thankfully, our Founders had a deeper understanding of human nature.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Across Substack, Instagram and IRL gatherings, it brings together fragrance lovers and newcomers eager to deepen their understanding in an interactive way.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

The shareholders who financed the risk taking had no real understanding of what the risk takers were doing, and, as the risk taking grew ever more complex, their understanding diminished.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis




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