: knowledge of how to do something smoothly and efficiently : expertise
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you'll gain some practical know-how in this auto mechanics class
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Then, in the late ’90s, a new generation of Cretan winemakers who had studied abroad started to return home, armed with deeper winemaking and farming know-how and a curiosity about the indigenous varieties in their own backyards.
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Shana Clarke, Saveur, 15 May 2024
In short: For hackers with the requisite know-how, breaking the RKS rolling code system is not a problem.
—Lucas Ropek / Gizmodo, Quartz, 13 May 2024
Schools and libraries undertook major operations to deliver technology and technical know-how, tapping their deep knowledge on where to find those most in need, said the legislative director for information technology and communications.
—Carey L. Biron, The Christian Science Monitor, 7 May 2024
The miracle of John Wick: Chapter 4 consisted of Stahelski elevating the acrobatic grace and know-how of stunt work into a choreographic vision of human aggression and cinematic wit.
—Armond White, National Review, 3 May 2024
Connections to the Ellison family’s tech know-how (via billionaire Oracle mogul Larry Ellison, David’s father) could’ve helped its streaming platform.
—Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 May 2024
Rely on your intelligence and know-how, not what others say to convince you of doing otherwise.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2024
On the upside, there’s the state’s information businesses — that’s all the computing know-how plus the creative types who make entertainment magic.
—Jonathan Lansner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2024
Trust your intelligence, experience and know-how to reach your destination.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 19 Apr. 2024
Shana Clarke, Saveur, 15 May 2024
In short: For hackers with the requisite know-how, breaking the RKS rolling code system is not a problem.
—Lucas Ropek / Gizmodo, Quartz, 13 May 2024
Schools and libraries undertook major operations to deliver technology and technical know-how, tapping their deep knowledge on where to find those most in need, said the legislative director for information technology and communications.
—Carey L. Biron, The Christian Science Monitor, 7 May 2024
The miracle of John Wick: Chapter 4 consisted of Stahelski elevating the acrobatic grace and know-how of stunt work into a choreographic vision of human aggression and cinematic wit.
—Armond White, National Review, 3 May 2024
Connections to the Ellison family’s tech know-how (via billionaire Oracle mogul Larry Ellison, David’s father) could’ve helped its streaming platform.
—Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 May 2024
Rely on your intelligence and know-how, not what others say to convince you of doing otherwise.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2024
On the upside, there’s the state’s information businesses — that’s all the computing know-how plus the creative types who make entertainment magic.
—Jonathan Lansner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2024
Trust your intelligence, experience and know-how to reach your destination.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 19 Apr. 2024
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“Know-how.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/know-how. Accessed 19 May. 2024.
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