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Labour MP Rachael Maskell, who was also at the meeting, said the prime minister has "the opportunity to prove he has understood the seriousness of the situation".

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

Japan has understood this well, says Kosuke Takata, associate professor at Waseda University's School of Sport Sciences.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

As someone says, comedy destroys the dignity of the enemy; Mr. Brooks has understood that all along.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026

Thank God the public has understood its truth all along.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2024

“I think our young aristocrat has understood the lesson,” he said gently.

From "The House of the Scorpion" by Nancy Farmer