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understands
  • present tense form of understand (3rd person singular).

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Nina Royal, 83, who lives in Los Angeles and is a community advocate for her Tujunga neighborhood, voted for Hilton, saying that he understands California’s problems.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The governor said Holmes understands “what it takes to keep North Dakota’s economy strong.”

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

However, after Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham said he would seek to enter any potential leadership contest, Sir Keir's position hardened, the BBC understands.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Apple needs to “evolve Siri into an agent that understands intent, retrieves context, calls apps and completes workflows,” Bank of America analyst Wamsi Mohan wrote in a note last week.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

So, Axel understands why she thinks for a little.

From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers