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as in derived
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 knew
to have a practical understanding of
I think I understand how an engine works now
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as in comprehended
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 understood
John understood that her evolved vision of what Build-A-Bear could become was not aligned with how the company had been operating.
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Pauleanna Reid, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
The reporters were seated on the main stage and understood nary a word of his speech, although the Wall Street Journal guy faked it by writing stuff down.
—Bill Dwyre, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
Weighing Public Benefits of Natural Materials or Plastics Technological advancements in growing different types of natural grasses and finding new, better ways to care for it are likely not understood by most people.
—Noël Fletcher, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
For many years, Venezuelans understood instinctively what was meant when someone invoked la situación in conversation.
—Gisela Salim-Peyer, The Atlantic, 21 Dec. 2024
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Pauleanna Reid, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
The reporters were seated on the main stage and understood nary a word of his speech, although the Wall Street Journal guy faked it by writing stuff down.
—Bill Dwyre, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
Weighing Public Benefits of Natural Materials or Plastics Technological advancements in growing different types of natural grasses and finding new, better ways to care for it are likely not understood by most people.
—Noël Fletcher, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
For many years, Venezuelans understood instinctively what was meant when someone invoked la situación in conversation.
—Gisela Salim-Peyer, The Atlantic, 21 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for understood
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The title is derived from the episode’s revelation that Kramer (Michael Richards) hasn’t technically been unemployed this whole time.Erin Strecker, IndieWire, 23 Dec. 2024
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Berberine is a chemical compound derived from plants like tree turmeric, barberry, goldenseal, goldenthread — all of which have historically played an important role in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine.Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 23 Dec. 2024
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Chandler had been waiting to fight McGregor for two years and decided to go elsewhere for UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden in New York.Brian Mazique, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The show was an immediate hit and still was when Newhart decided to end its run in 1978.Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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The team concluded that despite the vaccine eligibility expansion, the public was still largely unaware of the risks of HPV and the benefits of the HPV vaccine.Maggie O'Neill, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
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The lawsuit follows a multi-year DOJ investigation that concluded the state unlawfully detained people after their sentences were up.Minnah Arshad, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Currently, 212 breeds and varieties are recognized by the American Kennel Club which are divided into seven groups (sporting, hound, working, terrier, toy, non-sporting, herding).Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
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The Islands, Gorilla Forest and Glacier Run exhibits, each of which include endangered species, have each been recognized by the AZA for excellence and innovation.Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
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Your readership is always appreciated.Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Adams didn’t receive a standing ovation after coming off in the 89th minute, but Bournemouth’s traveling contingent of supporters certainly appreciated the effort from their American international.Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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The 600-pound statue was stolen in October, sawed off above the feet, and then found by police, according to the AP.Annalise Frank, Axios, 13 Dec. 2024
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Gibbs hastily sawed off his leg cast, and was seen some time later taking the long-range shot that painted Pedro’s truck window with brain matter.Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 9 Dec. 2024
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Shoup, the commander on duty at the time, soon realized more calls would come in because the phone number was a misprint from a newspaper ad.Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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But, as Isaac Newton realized when developing calculus, innumerable tiny effects create large-scale patterns.Manvir Singh, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Understood.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/understood. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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