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understanding

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






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Few ideas in modern science have reshaped our understanding of reality more profoundly than space-time — the interwoven fabric of space and time at the heart of Albert Einstein’s theory of relativity.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

John hopes the film will bring better understanding and greater acceptance of Tourette's.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Her years on the council have also given her a deep understanding of the issues facing the city.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Bouygues Telecom, Orange and Free-iliad Group said late Saturday that they had signed a memorandum of understanding with Drahi’s Altice France to acquire SFR, the country’s second-largest telecom operator.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

“So,” Elliot said, his brow furrowed, “if I’m understanding this right, we already fixed this.”

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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