understand
verb (used with object)
to perceive the meaning of; grasp the idea of; comprehend.
are understanding
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present progressiveof understand.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“But more marketers are understanding that truth and trust are moving from digital communities to real-life experiences, especially as AI grows.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 13, 2026
“Technically, this would not be covered under the right to a refund, so it’s up to the airline and their policies around reaccommodating. Airlines are understanding, to a point.”
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 25, 2026
"Now more than ever, people are understanding that we have to change, we have to reform, otherwise we become irrelevant," he said.
From Barron's ● Feb. 4, 2026
Victor goes on to say: "It is in our nature. We go out to explore, to learn where we are, why we are, understanding the big questions about our place in the Universe".
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2025
Yet they are understanding and wise as regards the human drama constantly played before them.
From The Man in Court by Frederic DeWitt Wells
