: knowledge of how to do something smoothly and efficiently : expertise
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you'll gain some practical know-how in this auto mechanics class
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In 2020, the company launched Grech RV, a spin-off that sought to bring its know-how and skill to the Class B motorhome, or camper van, space.
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 7 Nov. 2025
And in August, former WME and ABC Entertainment head Lloyd Braun, ex-Showtime president Jana Winograde, and former NBCUniversal Television and Streaming entertainment chairwoman Susan Rovner unveiled MicroCo, a startup that also aims to bring Hollywood know-how to the burgeoning format.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
Easily overwhelming at first glance, the city of nearly 12 million people requires some patience and know-how.
—Jade Moyano, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
With safety being paramount to Delta, Lands’ End also has the know-how to ensure the fabrics meet industry standards.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 7 Nov. 2025
And in August, former WME and ABC Entertainment head Lloyd Braun, ex-Showtime president Jana Winograde, and former NBCUniversal Television and Streaming entertainment chairwoman Susan Rovner unveiled MicroCo, a startup that also aims to bring Hollywood know-how to the burgeoning format.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
Easily overwhelming at first glance, the city of nearly 12 million people requires some patience and know-how.
—Jade Moyano, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
With safety being paramount to Delta, Lands’ End also has the know-how to ensure the fabrics meet industry standards.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for know-how
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“Know-how.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/know-how. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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