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understanding

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






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Economists shouldn’t despair, but call for humility and a better understanding of history.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Researchers believe this kind of hunting strategy may benefit from an internal understanding of the surrounding environment.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

Neven said he is particularly interested in understanding the brain, including, “the forbidden fruit” of trying to make sense of what constitutes conscious experience.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

The third and youngest boy, E, was found by a psychologist to have "very low intellectual capacity" with limited understanding of consent.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

I’m already shaking my head, impatient myself at his lack of understanding.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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