1
as in understands
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 undergoes
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
knows full well how nerve-racking it can be to speak in public
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as in recognizes
to have a clear idea of
I think I know what you're trying to say
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Recent Examples of knows
Alex Suskind, Pitchfork, 13 Feb. 2026
Nobody quite knows what happens to volumes if a drug price is cut, Rothschild & Co Redburn analyst Simon Baker told CNBC.
—Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026
Apparently, her husband left her a small fortune, and no one knows about it.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 13 Feb. 2026
Everybody certainly does dig Bill Evans in Everybody Digs Bill Evans, but nobody quite knows what the hell to do with him.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2026
While the process seemed smoother this time around, Frost knows there’s plenty of work ahead as the Knights prepare for the 2026 campaign.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
Everyone who shops at Graul’s in Ruxton knows its famous cashier, Lester, who seems to know all his customers’ names, their life histories and in many cases, their favorite foods.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 13 Feb. 2026
Sure, Dad knows this dad from Little League practices, and Mom joined a book club with other moms.
—Colin Fleming, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
Evelyn no longer knows that woman; she was lost somewhere in the mist.
—Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 7 Feb. 2026
Verb
And by now everybody knows our crew runs the tightest and deadliest ship on the water.
—Alex Suskind, Pitchfork, 13 Feb. 2026
Nobody quite knows what happens to volumes if a drug price is cut, Rothschild & Co Redburn analyst Simon Baker told CNBC.
—Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026
Apparently, her husband left her a small fortune, and no one knows about it.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 13 Feb. 2026
Everybody certainly does dig Bill Evans in Everybody Digs Bill Evans, but nobody quite knows what the hell to do with him.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2026
While the process seemed smoother this time around, Frost knows there’s plenty of work ahead as the Knights prepare for the 2026 campaign.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
Everyone who shops at Graul’s in Ruxton knows its famous cashier, Lester, who seems to know all his customers’ names, their life histories and in many cases, their favorite foods.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 13 Feb. 2026
Sure, Dad knows this dad from Little League practices, and Mom joined a book club with other moms.
—Colin Fleming, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
Evelyn no longer knows that woman; she was lost somewhere in the mist.
—Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 7 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knows
Verb
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Donovan understands the importance of building a roster the right way.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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Veteran shoe designer Paul Andrew understands the challenges of winning in a competitive luxury footwear sector.—
Katie Abel,
Footwear News,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Surveys show trust in the agencies Kennedy leads is falling, rather than rising, as the country’s health landscape undergoes dramatic change.—
Ali Swenson,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Feb. 2026
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If a Norwegian baby undergoes a long hospitalization due to complications from RSV, the only thing their parents have to worry about is their sick baby.—
Ariana Hendrix,
STAT,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The prize recognizes young designers who are making a difference through sustainable practices or community engagement.—
Violet Goldstone,
Footwear News,
8 Feb. 2026
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National Life Group sponsors the LifeChanger of the Year award, an annual program that recognizes kindergarten through high school educators.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by an Indiana editor.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
10 Feb. 2026
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Please do not include sensitive information, like the student's grades, GPA or test scores.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Known for combining high fashion with streetwear, Bad Bunny has a reputation for adventurous and subversive style.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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Our running live blog has a good summary of the affair, including celebrity endorsements and reflections on the performance.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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There have been no such incidents this year, but there has been plenty of on-court drama that only international team tennis — with home and away ties, and a slot just after a Grand Slam that sees many nations’ top stars resting — can provide.—
James Hansen,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The fresh tie-up sees the introduction of the new Icon Strap boot, an evolution of the footwear brand’s Icon Low No Lace model.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Not everyone experiences passionate love, the results show, but the chances increase with age.—
Allison Parshall,
Scientific American,
14 Feb. 2026
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When our community experiences acts of violence or disruption that threaten public safety, the need for stability, experience, and public trust in the courts becomes even more critical, particularly in a large, high-volume jurisdiction like Mecklenburg County.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In the end, A Guardian and a Thief is a story that comprehends hunger more deeply than the world that produces it.—
Tope Folarin,
The Atlantic,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Knows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knows. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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