understandably
- a word derived from understand.
- a word derived from understandable.
Example Sentences
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The gap with his fellow semifinalists is understandably massive.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 9, 2026
For many people, that’s a frightening prospect — and understandably so.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 9, 2026
So “valuation is understandably critical to SGH,” RBC Capital Markets says after the Australian conglomerate announced an up-to A$500 million share buyback.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026
Following the files’ release, journalists understandably focused on the most prominent and sensational cases.
From Salon • Jun. 20, 2026
Quite understandably, she did not wish to run into a search party while on her outing.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
