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What does it mean?
A brief expression of trust and anticipation of understanding.
In plain terms
I believe you will get what I mean.
What can you take from it?
Trust that shared understanding exists.

Where it applies

  • close relationships
  • resolution
  • partnerships

Putting it to work

  • rely on shared history
  • speak concisely
  • expect empathy

Questions to consider

  • How do you know someone understands?
  • Is brevity better than explanation?

Another view

This trust may be misplaced if the other party lacks context.

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