understood

Example Sentences

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Even I, age 11, understood in a broad way what was being said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

It is creating productivity gains and efficiency benefits and it translates directly to earnings growth, regardless of its impact on labor markets that probably won’t be fully understood until further down the road.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

When she finally did read the book, she understood Butler’s criticisms.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

In addition, a number of players are understood to be unconvinced by the 41-year-old, who moved to Chelsea from their French partner club Strasbourg just over three months ago.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

And there was but one thing I understood.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck