as in understanding
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as in knowing
to have a clear idea of
the eternal struggle of the human race to grok its place in the grand scheme of the universe
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Noun
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Spirit, energy and enthusiasm When there were loud external calls for upgrades at safety in August, head coach Dave Canales firmly backed Scott because of his leadership and understanding of the defense.—
Mike Kaye
January 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Jan. 2026 -
Tensor said the system emphasizes contextual understanding rather than simple object detection, allowing the AI to adapt to complex and unpredictable real-world driving conditions.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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When travel days are long and logistics are already tricky, knowing exactly where everything is feels like a small (but necessary) luxury.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Jan. 2026
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The Louisvillian has gotten used to the poke, knowing firsthand how his temporary discomfort can be of long-lasting help.—
Matthew Glowicki,
Louisville Courier Journal,
14 Jan. 2026
Noun
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But distinguishing fact from fiction takes work — and requires a level of reading comprehension that Americans are losing.—
Mary Ellen Klas,
Twin Cities,
11 Jan. 2026
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Giffords now lives with aphasia, a language disorder caused by damage to the parts of the brain that control speech and comprehension.—
Ilana Frost,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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By building out a picture of the whales’ health, habits and diet, researchers are deciphering the many ways humans impact their lives and guiding conservation actions that may mean life or death for the orcas.—
Kelso Harper,
Scientific American,
16 Dec. 2025
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By uncovering these complex vocal structures, this research marks a crucial step in deciphering the meaning behind sperm whale communication.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
12 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The moral fulcrum of Christopher Marlowe’s The Tragical History of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus, in which a scholar gains knowledge and power through a demonic pact, is a relatively straightforward statement on the human condition.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Jan. 2026
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The company says this reflects the transfer of broad human knowledge captured in video into robotic behavior.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Jan. 2026
Verb
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As for whether comprehending the wiring of the brain really demands techniques from the frontiers of theoretical physics, questions remain.—
Lee Billings,
Scientific American,
13 Jan. 2026
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And only by comprehending the Star Eaters will Ro also comprehend his part in their potential destruction.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The sight of encampments and people in the throes of psychosis in the streets drives perceptions of lawlessness and danger, studies show.—
Sonja Sharp,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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In just a number of months, voters will head to the polls for midterms, the first nationwide test for Democrats following their across the board defeat in 2024, itself partly due to perceptions that the party was too far to the left.—
Douglas Schoen,
Oc Register,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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On the whole, higher limits offer better protection, so recognizing the differences in coverage between minimum requirements and real-life needs can inform better decision-making in this regard.—
Ethan M. Stone,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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The American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) has announced the nominees for its 2026 Outstanding Achievement Awards, recognizing excellence in feature films, documentaries, television and music videos.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Grokking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grokking. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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