1
as in awareness
a state of being aware
take cognizance of what is happening
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2
as in familiarity
knowledge gained by personal experience
seemed to have no cognizance of last night's events
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Recent Examples of cognizance
Outside of vaginoplasty, there’s no procedure where cognizance of touch response is as integral to surgical success.
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Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 16 June 2025
If the goals of the administration require a lack of cognizance about human rights, then the goals of the administration are in conflict with human rights.
—Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 21 Apr. 2025
This requires a level of surrender, and the cognizance that certain circumstances are simply beyond our control.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2025
One interception begets another because of a certain fresh cognizance that makes for a catalyst.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 3 Jan. 2025
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Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 16 June 2025
If the goals of the administration require a lack of cognizance about human rights, then the goals of the administration are in conflict with human rights.
—Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 21 Apr. 2025
This requires a level of surrender, and the cognizance that certain circumstances are simply beyond our control.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2025
One interception begets another because of a certain fresh cognizance that makes for a catalyst.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cognizance
Noun
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As research evolves and policy takes shape, the growing awareness of microplastics may prove to be the first step in addressing a problem that has, until now, largely gone unseen.—
Baltimore Sun,
Twin Cities,
23 Apr. 2026
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That awareness accelerated in 2010 following the collapse of the Rana Plaza factory in Bangladesh, which exposed the exploitative nature of global supply chains and intensified calls for more ethical and sustainable practices.—
Andre Claudio,
Footwear News,
23 Apr. 2026
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And yet, there’s an undeniable charm to that familiarity.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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This seeming craze for doing plays that others have already done in other ways can provide familiarity and a shared vocabulary, a framework for fuller appreciation of the work at hand.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
19 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Aries March 21 – April 19 Something at home needs your attention, and pushing through it won’t work today.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2026
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March 21 – April 19 Something at home needs your attention, and pushing through it won’t work today.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Legitimate people do not ask strangers or online acquaintances for gift cards.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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Before that day, Kani had never made the acquaintance of a white person on a first-name basis.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Apr. 2026
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These include psychotherapy that is inspired by the Quran, the teachings of the prophet and spiritual practices such as self-reflection, prayer and mindfulness.—
Anisah Bagasra,
The Conversation,
17 Apr. 2026
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That mindfulness has led her to develop small but meaningful adaptations that help her parent safely and confidently.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In Casual mode, players can take their time with unlimited chances to find every change, perfect for a relaxed, low-pressure experience.—
Rachel Jacoby Zoldan,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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The series first debuted on Prime Video in 2021 and quickly gained a huge following, with viewers charmed by the beautiful scenery and the drama that country living can bring, helped along by Clarkson’s total lack of farming experience.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
20 Apr. 2026
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The prosecutors said the long lag showed consciousness of guilt.—
Clifford Ward,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Apr. 2026
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The girl who grew up with Ojibwe family weaving, her mother’s traditional patterns traced into her consciousness.—
Tyehimba Jess,
ARTnews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Cognizance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cognizance. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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