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as in to understand
to have a clear idea of
the age at which children can comprehend the difference between right and wrong
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as in to know
to have a practical understanding of
it took me a while to comprehend algebra
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as in to encompass
to have as part of a whole
our notion of morality should comprehend much more than proper sexual behavior
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Recent Examples of comprehend
Here are some of those benefits: More Accurate Understanding Of User Intent
Unlike traditional search engines, AI can actually comprehend the exact requirements of the user.
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Dr. Bin Tang, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
At nearly 5,000 square miles, the vastness of Vatnajökull National Park can feel difficult to comprehend.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2025
My voice becomes harder to comprehend when the buds have to cancel out background noise.
—PCMAG, 14 Jan. 2025
Anderson, of the evangelical Calvary Church, said humans cannot comprehend the ways of God.
—Sarah Ventre, NPR, 12 Jan. 2025
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Dr. Bin Tang, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
At nearly 5,000 square miles, the vastness of Vatnajökull National Park can feel difficult to comprehend.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2025
My voice becomes harder to comprehend when the buds have to cancel out background noise.
—PCMAG, 14 Jan. 2025
Anderson, of the evangelical Calvary Church, said humans cannot comprehend the ways of God.
—Sarah Ventre, NPR, 12 Jan. 2025
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Still, Republicans have said that even if that call was accurate, the C.I.A. failed in understanding other key events: how quickly the Afghan government could collapse, how Bashar al-Assad would flee Syria and how Hamas was preparing to attack Israel.—
Julian E. Barnes,
New York Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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From artificial intelligence transforming workflows to esports energizing learning, Bett 2025 is the must-attend event for anyone who wants to understand and influence the future of education in a rapidly changing world.—
Dan Fitzpatrick,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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Additionally, gas fireplaces will have a component known as a thermocouple, which is designed to prevent gas leaks by automatically closing the gas valve if the pilot light goes out.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Jan. 2025
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Here’s everything to know about the real-life case that inspired the 2012 flick.—
Yasmeen Hamadeh,
People.com,
19 Jan. 2025
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Executive actions encompass all presidential directives, executive orders, presidential memoranda and proclamations.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
20 Jan. 2025
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The breached data encompassed a vast range of sensitive information, including Social Security numbers, International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers, payment details, and personal identification records.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
18 Jan. 2025
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This is where unified customer/retailer data will play a big role — deciphering behavior drivers to find more customers.—
Lauren Parker,
WWD,
15 Jan. 2025
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In deciphering sagas of eons past, astronomers find few examples more intriguing than Messier 67, or M67, which is a large, loosely bound group of sun-like stars dwelling in the outskirts of the Milky Way, our home galaxy.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
15 Jan. 2025
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Now in its 15th year, the festival started with the neighborhood’s Vietnamese population but has spread to include much of the wider San Diego community.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Jan. 2025
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All that remains is a Taylor Swift Karaoke: Reputation album, which does not include Swift's vocals.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
25 Jan. 2025
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In my experience, PE firms rarely grasp the value of strategic marketing.—
Humphrey Ho,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Lee Wright, Hobson’s editor at Simon & Schuster, seemed not to have fully grasped that writing fiction was a matter of placing oneself in the shoes of someone else.—
Rachel Gordan,
The Conversation,
14 Jan. 2025
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The Eaton Fire in the Altadena area was 95% contained at 14,021 acres.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
26 Jan. 2025
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The sunscreens contain photolyase to calm and soothe; niacinamide for brightening and collagen production; squalene for hydration; and lingonberry to ward off blue light damage.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
26 Jan. 2025
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Nine North Carolina residents were recognized on Forbes’ 2025 30 Under 30 List, highlighting young entrepreneurs, inventors and innovators who are making significant contributions to a variety of industries.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Jan. 2025
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An orderly transition in financial markets would unfold if investors, regulators, and major financial institutions proactively recognized environmental constraints and social imperatives as critical drivers of asset value.—
London Business School,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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“Comprehend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comprehend. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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