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as in to understand
to have a practical understanding of
a career diplomat who knows several languages a fan who really knows baseball
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as in to see
to have a clear idea of
I think I know what you're trying to say
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as in information
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Recent Examples of know
Max Goldbart, Deadline, 25 Apr. 2025
Even giants like Kodak and Blockbuster knew transformation was needed.
—Janesh Janardhanan, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Patrick Saunders, The Denver Post, 23 Mar. 2025
Courtesy of Visit Malta In the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, about 60 miles south of Sicily and north of Tunisia, lies an archipelago of three islands that’s been capturing the hearts of filmmakers—and in-the-know travelers—for decades.
—AFAR Media, 21 Mar. 2025
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Verb
Reedus is well known for playing Daryl Dixon in The Walking Dead.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 25 Apr. 2025
Even giants like Kodak and Blockbuster knew transformation was needed.
—Janesh Janardhanan, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Noun
But those in the know know Tovar.
—Patrick Saunders, The Denver Post, 23 Mar. 2025
Courtesy of Visit Malta In the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, about 60 miles south of Sicily and north of Tunisia, lies an archipelago of three islands that’s been capturing the hearts of filmmakers—and in-the-know travelers—for decades.
—AFAR Media, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for know
Verb
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Long train trips were designed for those who understand the old adage of appreciating the journey, not just the destination.—
Ellen Carpenter,
AFAR Media,
24 Apr. 2025
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And of course, there’s the need to understand and report on any unexpected and game-changing social media post from the White House.—
Howard Homonoff,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Rural hospitals, long-term care centers, behavioral health settings and maternal-child health units are experiencing acute shortages.—
Kymberlee Montgomery,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2025
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Natural disasters are increasing so much in frequency and intensity that even places once believed to be insulated from the worst of what’s to come—the cool, wet Pacific Northwest, for example—are experiencing greater effects from wildfire, storms, flooding, landslides and drought.—
Shoshi Parks,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 Apr. 2025
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Now in their early to mid-30s, both authors have seen their stories grow into global phenomena, with millions of readers and successful film adaptations.—
Veronica Villafañe,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Gessler said that Texas is continuing to see population growth and a strong desire for investment in homeownership—so much so that even growing supply is not able to alleviate the current affordability crisis in the state.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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For more information on Cider, visit the shelter’s Facebook page.—
TJ Macias,
Miami Herald,
17 Apr. 2025
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For more information on the kittens and what to do when witnessing someone abandoning pets on the side of a road, visit the shelter’s website.—
TJ Macias,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The play-in tournament means you are certified to have had a mediocre season, like Miami’s 37-45.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
19 Apr. 2025
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This at-bat had no significance on an eventual 7-2 Phillies win over the Miami Marlins.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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The law is in place due to traffic signal sensors not always recognizing motorcycles.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2025
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The church officially recognizes St. Peter, the first pope, as the longest-serving, with at least 34 years.—
Christopher Watson,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2025
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The helicopter destroyer is undergoing conversion into Japan's first aircraft carrier since World War II.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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The landscape of network security is undergoing a significant transformation.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Beachcombers and seashell hunters will appreciate the opportunity to find little treasures washed ashore.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2025
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Minimalists and modern design enthusiasts will appreciate sleek picks like the metal ceiling fans in this list.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Know.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/know. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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