as in expertise
knowledge gained by actually doing or living through something
you'll gain some practical know-how in this auto mechanics class
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Recent Examples of know-how
These names are not explicitly identified as intelligence assets in the Treasury network, but an adversary with the time and know-how could use the Treasury data, possibly in concert with other information, to discover classified identities, the officials indicated.
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Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 12 Feb. 2025
Maison specializes in turn-key design, and the team’s extensive technical and project management know-how means that clients can trust that their home is in good hands.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 10 Feb. 2025
This work-around is more expensive and requires more technical know-how than accessing the model through DeepSeek’s app or website.
—Zeyi Yang, WIRED, 31 Jan. 2025
Another decade on and still thriving—and now, luckily for Houstonians, with an office in the Woodlands—Plasencia is a pro with the experience and know-how to bring a contemporary home to life.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 30 Jan. 2025
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Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 12 Feb. 2025
Maison specializes in turn-key design, and the team’s extensive technical and project management know-how means that clients can trust that their home is in good hands.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 10 Feb. 2025
This work-around is more expensive and requires more technical know-how than accessing the model through DeepSeek’s app or website.
—Zeyi Yang, WIRED, 31 Jan. 2025
Another decade on and still thriving—and now, luckily for Houstonians, with an office in the Woodlands—Plasencia is a pro with the experience and know-how to bring a contemporary home to life.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 30 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for know-how
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Each of the supporting companies brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table, ensuring that ame pippin will have the resources and support needed to succeed.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2025
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Lim elaborated that the brand will benefit from L’Oréal’s expertise in global brand-building, while Touch Capital will provide strategic insights to strengthen the brand’s position in international markets.—
Kathryn Hopkins,
WWD,
18 Feb. 2025
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Rather, let your achievements and skills be the standout feature of your resume, not the design.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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Employers want to see proof of your skills, not just hear about them.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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The company will also sell special ticket packages that include admission to all three events, with On Location also selling VIP experiences.—
Alex Weprin,
The Hollywood Reporter,
26 Feb. 2025
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Mario Tama/Getty Images Job cuts impact the visitor experience The NPS has not publicly confirmed the number or types of jobs lost at specific national parks, nor responded to NPR's requests for comment.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Know-how.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/know-how. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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