1
as in understood
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 experienced
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 saw
to have a clear idea of
I think I know what you're trying to say
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Recent Examples of knew
That email was immediately forwarded to Cameron Mason, Adidas’ senior director of basketball sports marketing and Gregg’s supervisor, even though the email — which Gregg thought was confidential — included Gregg’s belief that Mason knew about the NBA player’s presence in the trailer.
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Mike Wilson, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
After both major conflicts, there were thousands of people who knew how to ride a motorcycle, which benefited Harley-Davidson during peacetime.
—Ricardo Torres, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Who knew that such daring would lead to a film that avoids these inclinations entirely, especially one that could have so easily leaned into controversial territory?
—David Opie, IndieWire, 15 Apr. 2026
It has not been revealed whether Pendleton knew Evans was inside, reports KTLA.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Before Magyar’s campaign, Szabo knew there were others in her town who didn’t like Orban, but not how many.
—Michelle Goldberg, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
His team, whoever provided those questions to the producer had to be someone that knew these things.
—Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 15 Apr. 2026
Riley knew something had to change.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2026
The state knew the problem was extensive, but wasn’t sure where the leaks were.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
Mike Wilson, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
After both major conflicts, there were thousands of people who knew how to ride a motorcycle, which benefited Harley-Davidson during peacetime.
—Ricardo Torres, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Who knew that such daring would lead to a film that avoids these inclinations entirely, especially one that could have so easily leaned into controversial territory?
—David Opie, IndieWire, 15 Apr. 2026
It has not been revealed whether Pendleton knew Evans was inside, reports KTLA.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Before Magyar’s campaign, Szabo knew there were others in her town who didn’t like Orban, but not how many.
—Michelle Goldberg, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
His team, whoever provided those questions to the producer had to be someone that knew these things.
—Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 15 Apr. 2026
Riley knew something had to change.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2026
The state knew the problem was extensive, but wasn’t sure where the leaks were.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knew
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Leo said in English, using a phrase often understood as referring to American exceptionalism.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Apr. 2026
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Its long-term health problems are only starting to be understood.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Bay added that Govan has long pushed for a museum that matches Los Angeles’ innovation and global outlook, maintaining that the city can lead in redefining how art is experienced.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Sajjad Hussain | Afp | Getty Images India’s e‑commerce market experienced a compound annual growth of 23% between 2020 and 2025, driven by both a rising number of users and higher spending per shopper, Govindu said.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
16 Apr. 2026
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Moving a blade back and forth to try to saw biscuits apart will make their layers stick (and ruin the rise).—
Ella Quittner,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Mar. 2026
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Ruggeri says that, in comparison to saw palmetto, which gets far more attention.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
19 Feb. 2026
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The military had recourse to Claude via a drop-down menu in a workflow package, the Maven Smart System, which gathers, synthesizes, and streamlines intelligence.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
15 Apr. 2026
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Shari Nijman, a UNCHR communication officer in Cox’s Bazar, said Wednesday that the agency had no other updates.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Dunwoody welcomed both a new restaurant and a new tea room, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was recognized for its food, a local purveyor of sweet treats announced new flavors for the World Cup and more of this week’s happenings from the metro Atlanta food and dining scene.—
Henri Hollis,
AJC.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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Michu was recognized as the #1 Smart50 Company The company was recently recognized as the #1 Smart50 Company, a major honor that celebrates the fastest‑growing and most innovative Australian businesses.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
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Davie will be replaced by Matt Brittin on May 18, though the ex-Google executive has already made his presence felt on BBC premises, introducing himself to staff ahead of his official start date.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
15 Apr. 2026
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What once felt like personal failure can begin to look like an unmet need for understanding and support.—
Malana VanTyler,
Sacbee.com,
15 Apr. 2026
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The researchers then deciphered certain traits that were linked to the habit.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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Kinsella was excited for Yates’ voice to be an easter egg—one of many voices to be deciphered by fans among a scream-singing chorus.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
8 Apr. 2026
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The Sixers currently are without star center Joel Embiid, who underwent an emergency appendectomy this week and has yet to return.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
13 Apr. 2026
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Injury updates Edman, who underwent ankle surgery this offseason, is still on track to be activated around late May, Roberts said Saturday.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2026
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“Knew.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knew. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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