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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
Knowing the origins of the solar wind near the Sun is the first step towards comprehending its effects, according to NASA.
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Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 14 July 2025
Part of the reason this can be so challenging to comprehend is because of the way the universe is described in the language of mathematics.
—Rob Coyne, Space.com, 13 July 2025
As the park’s main gamekeeper, Muldoon can comprehend the mind of the dinosaurs, similarly to how the worldly archer picks up the way other cultures communicate with each other.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 2 July 2025
The idea of having six kids was incredibly exciting but also terrifying to comprehend.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 July 2025
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Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 14 July 2025
Part of the reason this can be so challenging to comprehend is because of the way the universe is described in the language of mathematics.
—Rob Coyne, Space.com, 13 July 2025
As the park’s main gamekeeper, Muldoon can comprehend the mind of the dinosaurs, similarly to how the worldly archer picks up the way other cultures communicate with each other.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 2 July 2025
The idea of having six kids was incredibly exciting but also terrifying to comprehend.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comprehend
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With millions of followers across Instagram, TikTok and Substack, the platform is positioned towards helping young people better understand the news, with regular free newsletters and podcasts.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
15 July 2025
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However, the evidence is mixed; researchers think larger studies are needed to understand caffeine's influence on this condition.15 What Are the Potential Downsides of Cloud Coffee?—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
15 July 2025
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That gap can cause marketing to keep optimizing based on CPC or CPL without knowing which leads actually move forward in the funnel.—
Ron Browning,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Rest assured, no one knew this kind of flood was coming.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
7 July 2025
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The areas devoted to health and rejuvenation encompass almost 20,500 square feet.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
19 July 2025
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Whether on a football field, concert stage, or in a corporate boardroom, greatness encompasses more than a single achievement.—
Mark LaSota,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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Imagine walking into your doctor’s office feeling sick – and rather than flipping through pages of your medical history or running tests that take days, your doctor instantly pulls together data from your health records, genetic profile and wearable devices to help decipher what’s wrong.—
Turgay Ayer,
The Conversation,
11 July 2025
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Throughout the 20th century, as ruins plunder shifted to protecting the cliff dwellings, archaeologists tried to decipher the remnants and make amends with the descendants, while understanding the ancient situation that prompted this mass migration.—
Mike Bezemek,
Smithsonian Magazine,
10 July 2025
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What's included Digital plans Digital + Print Daily digital access Android and IOS apps Subscriber-exclusive content Digital subscription to share The eNewspaper — a digital replica of the print newspaper.—
Austin American Statesman,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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Other menu items include wraps, flatbreads and salads.—
Jordyn Noennig,
jsonline.com,
25 July 2025
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The above is something that Shupe somewhat uniquely grasps.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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When exposed to body temperatures, these needles interlock with each other and grasp onto the tissue surface that the platform is in contact with.—
Abhimanyu Ghoshal,
New Atlas,
25 July 2025
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The initial headline in the story contained incorrect information .—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
25 July 2025
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Her rental car, containing her suitcase and all of her belongings, is towed.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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Regardless of the era, recognizing the craft’s origins is important to understanding its evolution.—
Mark LaSota,
Forbes.com,
27 July 2025
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France also announced this week that the country will recognize Palestine as a state.—
Claire Malon,
Chicago Tribune,
26 July 2025
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“Comprehend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comprehend. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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