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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2
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
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
4 July 2026
Our constitution is color-blind, and neither knows nor tolerates classes among citizens.
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Tom Campbell,
Oc Register,
4 July 2026
Nobody knows how long today’s extraordinary valuations will last or how the industry will eventually consolidate.
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James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
And thankfully, her glam team gave us a clearer view of Gomez, who knows a thing or two about bridal beauty after celebrating her own wedding less than a year ago, on Friday afternoon.
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Marci Robin,
Allure,
3 July 2026
Anyone who has ever left something in the back seat of a rideshare knows how stressful that moment can be.
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Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
3 July 2026
Caudle, the Cherokee Nation citizen in Stilwell, also knows people who could have benefited from the resources the tribe is building.
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Sarah Liese,
Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2026
Coffin points out that Max knows every Minion by name and has a soft spot for them.
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Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
3 July 2026
After all, anyone who’s worked in security knows that humans are the weakest link in the security chain.
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Alan Henry,
PC Magazine,
3 July 2026
Verb
The cocktail is a fantastic way to get acquainted with Fernet Branca, and who knows?
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Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
4 July 2026
Our constitution is color-blind, and neither knows nor tolerates classes among citizens.
—
Tom Campbell,
Oc Register,
4 July 2026
Nobody knows how long today’s extraordinary valuations will last or how the industry will eventually consolidate.
—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
And thankfully, her glam team gave us a clearer view of Gomez, who knows a thing or two about bridal beauty after celebrating her own wedding less than a year ago, on Friday afternoon.
—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
3 July 2026
Anyone who has ever left something in the back seat of a rideshare knows how stressful that moment can be.
—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
3 July 2026
Caudle, the Cherokee Nation citizen in Stilwell, also knows people who could have benefited from the resources the tribe is building.
—
Sarah Liese,
Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2026
Coffin points out that Max knows every Minion by name and has a soft spot for them.
—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
3 July 2026
After all, anyone who’s worked in security knows that humans are the weakest link in the security chain.
—
Alan Henry,
PC Magazine,
3 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knows
Verb
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Howard would like him to be involved but understands carrying a full tour bag through the practice days and four potential championship rounds would be a considerable physical demand.
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Prince Harry no longer plans to bring his wife Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, and their two children, Archie and Lilibet, with him to London next week amid security concerns, ABC News understands.
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The uranium used in nuclear fuel undergoes an enrichment process to increase the levels of the more radioactive U-235 form.
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The trailer teases Aaron Taylor-Johnson as the titular creature, who undergoes an intense transformation that leaves the townspeople terrified.
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The International Game Fish Association, official keeper of such records, recognizes eight-pound and 12-pound line classes, not six-pound and 10-pound.
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The supplement blend focuses on vitamin B and vitamin D, a nutrient Monaghan recognizes many people commonly lack.
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One expert noted that turning satellite data into information useful to firefighters and forestry managers will take some time.
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Hart went into writing the ballad with that information, but the rest was up to him.
Verb
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Just like white vinegar, lemon juice has an acidity that can get rid of dullness affecting your whites.
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Miami has 12 roster spots filled and will add two or three other players on value deals.
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Headquartered in China’s eastern Jiangsu province, the company sees advanced packaging as a strategic priority as demand grows for more powerful and efficient chips, the South China Morning Post reported.
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Habitat for Humanity ReStore sees higher demand for patio furniture and planters in summer.
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Spectators can also use the tool to access photos, history and basic facts about the legendary aircraft roaring overhead.
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Instead, they must be guided by the real-time facts of each situation, measure their key performance indicators carefully, and weigh the probabilities of different possible outcomes.
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The patient experiences a system in which the doctor’s recommendation is not always enough.
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The storms, Mekkhala and Higos, have dumped heavy rain and damaged roads as Japan experiences its annual rainy season.
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