She could understand his desire to be off, but asked him to rest the night, and say good-bye to her in the morning.

She couldn't understand his desire for her in any way.

Oh yeah I can understand your desire to go to the left coast.

Then, as they traveled together, she had come to understand her real desire, and that was to many him.

"She understands my desire to be with someone I love."

I understand your desire to have us stay away from it.

I understand your desire to set foot on land again.

She understood his desire and would do as he asked.

You will understand their desire to remain anonymous, at least for the moment.

They understand my desire to get everything right and always take the time to answer even the smallest of questions.