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as in agreement
an arrangement about action to be taken
the tenants came to an understanding with the landlord that they would be able to renew their leases for the same rent
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as in appreciation
the knowledge gained from the process of coming to know or understand something
a social observer with a deep understanding of the problems that the nation's cities face in the 21st century
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as in compassionate
having or showing the capacity for sharing the feelings of another
a kind and understanding teacher who often helps troubled students
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as in deriving
to form an opinion or reach a conclusion through reasoning and information
as I understand it, this is the best plan that we have
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as in knowing
to have a practical understanding of
I think I understand how an engine works now
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as in deciphering
to have a clear idea of
after a few weeks in Russia I began to understand the language a little bit
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Recent Examples of understanding
Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 19 Jan. 2025
The sanctuary movement — specifically in the United States — is a religious movement, said Emily Crews, executive director of University of Chicago Divinity School’s Martin Marty Center, whose mission is the public understanding of religion.
—Nell Salzman, Chicago Tribune, 19 Jan. 2025
La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Feb. 2024
Embracing Flexibility And Empathy Adopt a flexible and understanding approach, acknowledging that productivity may fluctuate during election week.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Noun
In turn, Wisconsin Athletics relies on the student-athlete representations in entering into such an agreement is inconsistent with the representations and mutual understanding of the agreement and explains the reason for not processing a transfer portal request under these circumstances.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 19 Jan. 2025
The sanctuary movement — specifically in the United States — is a religious movement, said Emily Crews, executive director of University of Chicago Divinity School’s Martin Marty Center, whose mission is the public understanding of religion.
—Nell Salzman, Chicago Tribune, 19 Jan. 2025
Adjective
Her research now focuses on better understanding how plants’ natural ability to capture and store carbon can be optimized to slow climate change.
—La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Feb. 2024
Embracing Flexibility And Empathy Adopt a flexible and understanding approach, acknowledging that productivity may fluctuate during election week.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for understanding
Noun
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Trump also signed an executive order Monday directing the United States to again withdraw from the Paris climate agreement.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Jan. 2025
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One aspect of these raids elicits broad agreement: Their effect was to sow fear.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Yet not a sound emerges from the baying mob, which has been instructed to pantomime their appreciation noiselessly.—
Charlie Campbell,
TIME,
24 Jan. 2025
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It’s given me perspective and a tremendous appreciation and respect for this moment.—
Gerrad Hall,
EW.com,
23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Now, to me the phrase means that girls just wanna be real… and vulnerable… and inclusive… and compassionate and on and on.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
23 Jan. 2025
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The Grauer School’s mission is to provide a humanitarian education that helps develop compassionate citizens with the ethical and social leadership qualities necessary to make positive changes in the diverse local, national and global communities.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The Astros also reportedly offered Bregman a six-year pact worth $156 million.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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The new three-year pact additionally requires management to give union members advance notice if the company plans to make the use of generative AI systems a requirement of their jobs.—
Katie Kilkenny,
The Hollywood Reporter,
28 Jan. 2025
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After many years of partisan politics, increasingly divisive language, finger-pointing and inflammatory speech have contributed to an environment of fear and uncertainty, affecting not just political dynamics but also the priorities and perceptions of young people.—
Yalda T. Uhls,
The Conversation,
30 Jan. 2025
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In a recent interview following her recognition as Time's Athlete of the Year for 2024, Clark reflected on the perception of her as a controversial figure.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The incident, shared in a post on Reddit this week, has left thousands of users amused—and some deeply sympathetic.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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Nor is Maud, whose emotions can be erratic, a particularly sympathetic character.—
Victoria Uren,
The New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2025
Verb
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This summer is likely to be a key point in deciding his future — the two-year mark is usually when clubs either renew a contract or move on a player to maximise possible earnings.—
Gregg Evans,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Be sure to consider this factor when deciding whether or not to convert all or part of a traditional IRA.—
Bob Carlson,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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The Deloitte forecast echoes what economists and analysts were saying when the retail industry gathered last week in New York for the National Retail Federation’s annual trade show and convention.—
Joan Verdon,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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There will be the normal trappings of a comic convention, including panels and autograph signings, but with a twist: fans can donate money to get autographs and selfies with talent.—
Aaron Couch,
The Hollywood Reporter,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Understanding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/understanding. Accessed 4 Feb. 2025.
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