: 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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Prioritizing speed over protection may cause data to become vulnerable, a risk that enterprises can mitigate by putting security and investing in AI know-how first.
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Ross Gagnon, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
The Lithuanian Film Centre for its part, estimates that Baltic producers could gain from the Nordic countries’ more advanced know-how in sustainability practices.
—Annika Pham, Variety, 19 Aug. 2025
In addition to retaining existing leadership, the acquisition is expected to bring fresh capital, hospitality know-how, and tech acumen into the fold.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 18 Aug. 2025
Without translating that know-how into durable capability inside, companies risk dependency instead of growth.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2025
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Ross Gagnon, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
The Lithuanian Film Centre for its part, estimates that Baltic producers could gain from the Nordic countries’ more advanced know-how in sustainability practices.
—Annika Pham, Variety, 19 Aug. 2025
In addition to retaining existing leadership, the acquisition is expected to bring fresh capital, hospitality know-how, and tech acumen into the fold.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 18 Aug. 2025
Without translating that know-how into durable capability inside, companies risk dependency instead of growth.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 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 3 Sep. 2025.
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