Example Sentences

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The stocky, mild man at the other end of the line nodded comprehendingly.

From Time Magazine Archive

M. Bouc explained the object of their visit, and the big detective nodded comprehendingly.

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie

To look comprehendingly up at cathedral vaults and spires, one must also look beyond them at the city and the people and times that created them.

From Cathedrals of Spain by John A.

But Westboro' had comprehendingly suggested that they might together bring "every reason" down to the country.

From The Sentimental Adventures of Jimmy Bulstrode by Vorst, Marie Van

"Yes," said the child, smiling, and looking up at Miss Blanchard comprehendingly.

From Roland Graeme: Knight A Novel of Our Time by Machar, Agnes Maule