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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
Paul Jebara, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2025
Leslie Glass Leslie, Roberta’s sister-in-law, overshadows her every word and thought with gossip and the need to be in the know.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 12 Apr. 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
Locals and travelers in the know have long recognized the area's beauty, but Ritz-Carlton planted the region’s first international five-star flag here in 2020.
—Paul Jebara, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2025
Leslie Glass Leslie, Roberta’s sister-in-law, overshadows her every word and thought with gossip and the need to be in the know.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for know
Verb
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How to help people process, understand and live with this to the best of their ability is really the key to having the best quality of life.—
Michelle Riba,
The Conversation,
24 Apr. 2025
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Dave [Watson] and his team have worked hard to understand the reasons for this disconnect and have identified two primary causes.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Facing uncertainty over where their relationship will go, Remi and Barnes experience different twists and turns over the course of a year, through winter, spring, summer and fall.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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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
Verb
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From New York to Hollywood and everywhere in between, see what your favorite stars are up to Comments Stars have been everywhere this week.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Sey, who saw an opening in the market for a brand that speaks out on behalf of females everywhere, noted that no other athletic label is doing what XX-XY Athletics sets out to accomplish.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
27 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
Verb
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Modular space existed, but the application has accelerated as corporations, school districts and builders recognize the efficiency and expense benefits.—
Ascend Agency,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2025
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While at the event, George was recognized for his work with the Pope's arts foundation, Scholas Occurrentes, and was presented with the Olive Medal of Peace.—
Lori A Bashian Fox News,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2025
Verb
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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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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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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 30 Apr. 2025.
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