: 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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And for those keen to sharpen their botanical know-how, sign up for one of the garden’s many programs, from an introduction to ikebana to meditative botanical drawing classes.
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025
The company also relies on know-how, technological innovation, and potential in-licensing opportunities to maintain its competitive position.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 13 Mar. 2025
Milestone Pharmaceuticals relies on patents, know-how, and other proprietary protection to maintain its competitive position in the field of cardiac arrhythmias and other medical conditions affecting the cardiovascular system.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 13 Mar. 2025
Too many leaders are hired based on their technical know-how without considering the broader organizational context.
—Alex Goryachev, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025
The company also relies on know-how, technological innovation, and potential in-licensing opportunities to maintain its competitive position.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 13 Mar. 2025
Milestone Pharmaceuticals relies on patents, know-how, and other proprietary protection to maintain its competitive position in the field of cardiac arrhythmias and other medical conditions affecting the cardiovascular system.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 13 Mar. 2025
Too many leaders are hired based on their technical know-how without considering the broader organizational context.
—Alex Goryachev, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for know-how
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“Know-how.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/know-how. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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