Example Sentences

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His parents know he has lost his job and have been understanding about it.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2024

He said citizens in general have been understanding of the emergency water distribution process.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 30, 2024

Some of the passengers may have been understanding, but their plans were no less ruined.

From New York Times • Jan. 11, 2023

Sai Dharmasena, a 19-year-old from Texas, said some professors have been understanding even during finals “hell week.”

From Washington Post • May 10, 2022

Bless my soul, Mr. Philip, that's just what I have been understanding all the time!

From The Legacy of Cain by Collins, Wilkie