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comprehends
  • present tense form of comprehend (3rd person singular).

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College Football Brain is why we still have Zombie Bowl games layered on top of this 12-team playoff, as if anyone actually cares or comprehends why the quarterfinal needs to masquerade as the Cotton Bowl.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 1, 2025

Lewis came up with an approach and strategy that showed that she, at least, is an American who now comprehends the true dynamics that yield success in these matches.

From BBC • Sep. 16, 2024

They communicate verbally and also, often in games, only with a nod or a look that the other instantly comprehends.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 2, 2024

“I don’t think she comprehends the breadth and depth of the suffering she has caused,” a tearful Ruetten said.

From Seattle Times • May 21, 2024

He comprehends it, being a man full grown, able to oversee the kind of house Zeus would endow with honor.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer