Phrases Expressing Opinions on News or Events

It's my understanding that...

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Meaning

As far as I know...

Examples

  • John: What's the deadline for the project?
  • Alice: <b>It's my understanding that</b> it's the end of next week.
  • John: Are you sure? I thought it was earlier.
  • Alice: I double-checked. <b>It's my understanding that</b> it's Friday, next week.