Comprehending

Examples

• Mr. Pickwick did not quite understand the last item of description, but, comprehending the first, said 'Yes,' at a venture. Charles Dickens. The Pickwick Papers.
• The loss of Mary I must consider as comprehending the loss of Crawford and of Fanny. Jane Austen. Mansfield Park.
• He looked round gloomily at his eldest daughter; who, comprehending the meaning of his look, which asked unmistakably, Why the devil is she here? William Makepeace Thackeray. Vanity Fair.
• The old man, with an apologetic action of his head and hands, as not comprehending the master's meaning, addressed to him a look of mute inquiry. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
• Oh, the rare happiness of comprehending every single word that is said, and knowing that every word one says in return will be understood as well! Mark Twain. The Innocents Abroad.
• He made no pretence of comprehending women, or comparing them with men. Charlotte Bronte. Shirley.
• Mr. Tulkinghorn, comprehending it, inclines his head and says he is much obliged. Charles Dickens. Bleak House.

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