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understanding

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






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Currently he and his supervisor, Amit Sahai, are working on a “recipe” to break hard problems down into easy problems, something that they hope would help increase understanding of the security behind cryptosystems.

From Slate • May 2, 2026

He says there's a big difference between being able to read revision notes or a study guide, and truly understanding the concepts.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

The companies in his delegation—including Hunt Oil, Repsol, Eni, Halliburton, Petroquímica de Venezuela and several trading firms—are expected to sign memorandums of understanding to lay the groundwork to operate in Venezuela.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

It will use AI to “streamline data synthesis, elevate situational understanding, and augment warfighter decision-making in complex operational environments.”

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Draw you in, make you say something caring and understanding, then punch you on the arm and tell you what an idiot you are for falling for it.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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