understood

Example Sentences

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Orwell’s original characters understood from the get-go where many of them end up.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Lots of BDC investors used to think they understood what they owned.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

A venue for Fury v Joshua has yet to be finalised, although Wembley Stadium in October is understood to be the preferred option for organisers.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

The prime minister said he understood the "high levels of anxiety and concern", adding: "That anxiety has been there for a very long time, and the appalling terrorist attack yesterday made it worse."

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

And so it was that the map's instructions were finally understood and carried out.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda