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understanding

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






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He wanted to spread peace and understanding, and to promote a positive image of his faith in the media.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

As climate change accelerates, understanding how these animals manage heat could be key to protecting them and preserving marine ecosystems.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

On Tuesday the pope reiterated his core understanding of Christian values.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

"If you're organised, we really need project managers. If you're good at understanding geopolitical nuance, we need space lawyers. If you're good with finance and numbers, we need economists."

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Trust is what Xander has for me and my understanding of human speech.

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga




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