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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
Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 24 Feb. 2025
Flack not only knew of the ballad, but used it while working with a glee club during her years as an educator.
—CBS News, 24 Feb. 2025
Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
Walk into the stores like Jim does; talk to those in the know.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 25 Jan. 2025
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Verb
Millions of years’ worth of sea creatures’ bones and shells, which are incredible sources of calcium, have been compressed through the ages to create the calcareous soils that the region is known for.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 24 Feb. 2025
Flack not only knew of the ballad, but used it while working with a glee club during her years as an educator.
—CBS News, 24 Feb. 2025
Noun
Stay in the know about warnings and alerts by signing up with your local emergency mass notification system.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
Walk into the stores like Jim does; talk to those in the know.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 25 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for know
Verb
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But the players, at least, understood the importance of that moment, and not just everything that had come before.—
Louisa Thomas,
The New Yorker,
23 Feb. 2025
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IndieWire understands that Italian real estate is already looking at these locations to potentially convert them in anticipation of the vote.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
23 Feb. 2025
Verb
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For example, neurologists have long known that migraine sufferers are often especially sensitive to light and can experience worse headaches in environments with bright lights.—
Ana Morales,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2025
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Like anyone's high school class photograph, the 97th Oscar Nominees Official Photo is a blast to look at up close (and even wilder to experience in person).—
Bryan Alexander,
USA TODAY,
27 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The platform also released a teaser trailer (see above) and some first-look photos (see above and below).—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
26 Feb. 2025
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The trailer above, which dropped on Wednesday, introduces you to the new couples fighting to see if their love can withstand temptation and drama, but there’s a catch.—
Gabriela Silva,
TVLine,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Your aura can reveal a lot of information about yourself, which is identified through the colors that represent various traits and characteristics.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
28 Feb. 2025
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This information helps the organization better serve them.—
Nour Rahal,
USA TODAY,
28 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Some brands like Maxi-Cosi have a ton of compatibility, while UppaBaby's car seats have much more limited lists.—
Nena Farrell,
WIRED,
1 Mar. 2025
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The two men have tons of familiarity dating back to their amateur days.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Get ahead of a tween’s difficult feelings by recognizing the early signs of emotional distress, such as disruption in sleep and less interest in their hobbies, and reroute all-or-nothing thoughts, suggests Daniel Huy, PsyD, a clinical psychologist at Hackensack Meridian Health.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
4 Mar. 2025
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The country’s prime minister, though, said Ukraine still wants security guarantees to be part of any peace deal and won’t recognize Russian occupation of any Ukrainian land.—
SAMYA KULLAB,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2025
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The pontiff, who has led the Catholic Church since 2013, underwent another round of clinical tests on Sunday morning, Vatican sources told ABC News.—
Phoebe Natanson,
ABC News,
24 Feb. 2025
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Energy And Technology At The Crossroads The energy industry is undergoing a major transformation.—
Shankar Narayanan,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Their award-winner is a bold and robust expression that caters to those who appreciate intense flavor profiles.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Interestingly, the survey also found a few tips that consumers actually appreciate.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA TODAY,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Know.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/know. Accessed 8 Mar. 2025.
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