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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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understanding

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adjective

understanding

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verb

present participle of understand
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Recent Examples of understanding
Noun
Jenkins was the organizer of this unusual day that brought district attorneys from around the state inside of San Quentin to gain a better understanding of how the California Model works, and why even tough-on-crime district attorneys should support transforming our prisons. Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2025 At the same time, investors also have gained an improved understanding on where Zuckerberg’s controversial metaverse vision fits into the grand scheme of things. Zev Fima, CNBC, 30 May 2025
Adjective
Validation means recognizing and accepting an employee’s feelings, fostering a supportive and understanding environment that boosts morale and productivity. Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025 But despite the nightmare scenario, the couple said their fellow passengers were incredibly understanding. Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for understanding
Recent Examples of Synonyms for understanding
Noun
  • Another item that could go before the commission on June 12 is an agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement that would deputize city police officers with immigration enforcement powers.
    Tess Riski, Miami Herald, 4 June 2025
  • The shift came after President Donald Trump claimed China had violated the recent Geneva agreement, which paused tit-for-tat tariffs in a surprise May détente.
    Quartz Staff, Quartz, 3 June 2025
Noun
  • Phoebe Merrick says living in New Zealand has given her a greater appreciation of work-life balance.
    Jennifer Liu Zachary Green, CNBC, 5 June 2025
  • Environmental benefits also remain a key motivator, along with a growing appreciation for the smooth, quiet driving experience and the high-tech features found in many modern EVs.
    Melanie Marshall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 June 2025
Adjective
  • One way to initiate a more intentional approach to developing people-centric leaders is to explore the compassionate leadership toolkit, which includes a free assessment, and consider attending WorkHuman’s next conference for educational and morale purposes.
    Laurel Donnellan, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
  • This can help the development of more conscious leadership and the formation of compassionate teams.
    Nia Bowers, USA Today, 28 May 2025
Noun
  • Moscow’s stationing fission or fusion bombs in orbit would violate the Outer Space Treaty - the fundamental international pact that governs space missions across the solar system.
    Kevin Holden Platt, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
  • Yet, the average deal for an F1 team generated $6.22 million, more than eight times the average pact for an NFL team, which is $745,000, the SponsorUnited report said.
    Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 29 May 2025
Noun
  • The Cité du Court looks set to further this perception in a younger spectators.
    John Hopewell, Variety, 30 May 2025
  • That message is likely to further erode public confidence in the income tax system and increase public perceptions that the wealthy don’t pay their fair share of taxes.
    Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
Adjective
  • As the only one with a sense of humor and a semblance of perspective, Jeff is the most sympathetic of this toxic crew.
    Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2025
  • The Trump administration has framed support for Palestinians — which Khalil’s grandparents were — as antisemitic and sympathetic to Hamas, a U.S.-designated terrorist organization.
    Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 29 May 2025
Verb
  • With so many cruise lines and many more ships, deciding which cruise to book for your family’s next vacation can feel daunting.
    Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
  • There are several considerations when deciding where to live and retire.
    Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • In another time, the Bitcoin 2025 convention at Las Vegas’ Venetian hotel casino last week might have been most memorable for its cringeworthy moments.
    Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 2 June 2025
  • What To Know As Newsweek previously reported, video shows Booker speaking at the Democratic convention Saturday in California.
    Hollie Silverman Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 June 2025

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“Understanding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/understanding. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.

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