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as in derives
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 knows
to have a practical understanding of
I think I understand how an engine works now
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as in recognizes
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 understands
Create channels for feedback to ensure your team understands the reason behind your actions.
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Antony Robinson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Swift understands that stardom isn't a solo pursuit.
—William Arruda, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
More than four months on, however, Deadline understands the police force has made little progress.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Optimus can respond to voice commands and understands basic conversational contexts.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
Whether managing draft picks in the NBA, leading a championship basketball team, or guiding corporate initiatives, the best results emerge when everyone understands the vision and feels empowered to contribute.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
While the public understands that Tina put in the work to earn the name, many question if Drea has done the same.
—Jessica Bennett, VIBE.com, 10 Dec. 2024
David understands that not all of his fans will be on board with his new sound and image.
—Rachel Desantis, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
While this vision remains largely unrealized, AI shopping assistants represent the potential for a tireless, knowledgeable shopping companion that understands every product detail and customer preference.
—Kiri Masters, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Antony Robinson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Swift understands that stardom isn't a solo pursuit.
—William Arruda, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
More than four months on, however, Deadline understands the police force has made little progress.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Optimus can respond to voice commands and understands basic conversational contexts.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
Whether managing draft picks in the NBA, leading a championship basketball team, or guiding corporate initiatives, the best results emerge when everyone understands the vision and feels empowered to contribute.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
While the public understands that Tina put in the work to earn the name, many question if Drea has done the same.
—Jessica Bennett, VIBE.com, 10 Dec. 2024
David understands that not all of his fans will be on board with his new sound and image.
—Rachel Desantis, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
While this vision remains largely unrealized, AI shopping assistants represent the potential for a tireless, knowledgeable shopping companion that understands every product detail and customer preference.
—Kiri Masters, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for understands
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The common name derives from the pioneers’ use of the seeds as a coffee substitute.Carl R. Gold, Baltimore Sun, 29 Nov. 2024
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Median home equity, at $200,000, accounts for only slightly more than half of homeowners’ median net worth, suggesting that an owner’s wealth derives from other assets, the Aspen Institute found.Ana Teresa Solá, CNBC, 26 Nov. 2024
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How The Times decides who gets an obituary.Richard Goldstein, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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In this place, no one decides for others.Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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Participants assume the life of someone else, in another country, where no one recognizes them.Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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If anyone has any information or recognizes the suspects, they are asked to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS(8477).Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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What do these moves tell us about how Netanyahu thinks about the press?Yasmeen Serhan, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
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Whoopi Goldberg is clear with her romantic expectations and thinks others attempting to dip their toes into the dating pool should be, too.Emlyn Travis, EW.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Best Gifts for Teens Our shopping writer has worn Oprah’s favorite press-on nails for years and appreciates the design and shape variety, as well as the easy application and longevity of the nails.Madison Yauger, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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Look for a buyer who understands and appreciates your community’s unique mission and members.Lien De Pau, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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About half the deal flow the investment fund sees originates through one of those two businesses, a quarter from the 50 LPs in the fund and the rest from cold calls to, or from, new concepts.Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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The Mail app sees new categorization options and more.David Phelan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Soaring crime Meanwhile, there’s no sign that Thao grasps the full significance of, and economic fallout from, the city’s crime, which surged last year to levels far higher than at any time in the past two decades.East Bay Times editorial, The Mercury News, 10 Oct. 2024
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In strategic communication, repeating core elements ensures your audience grasps the essence of your message.Sherzod Odilov, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
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“Understands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/understands. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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