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as in to understand
to have a practical understanding of
a career diplomat who knows several languages a fan who really knows baseball
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as in to see
to have a clear idea of
I think I know what you're trying to say
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as in information
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Recent Examples of know
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
In death, much as in life, the outspoken and controversial civil rights leader always seemed to know how to grab the headlines while drawing everyone’s attention to his cause.
—Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Julianna Chen, Dallas Morning News, 3 Feb. 2026
People that are tuned into historic preservation know of this building.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 1 Feb. 2026
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Verb
Chef Jorge Lopez is known for his fresh catch of the day, even sharing videos of himself diving for fish on the restaurant’s Instagram.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
In death, much as in life, the outspoken and controversial civil rights leader always seemed to know how to grab the headlines while drawing everyone’s attention to his cause.
—Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Noun
But independent local needlepoint shops — LNS, as in-the-know hobbyists call them — are still few and far between.
—Julianna Chen, Dallas Morning News, 3 Feb. 2026
People that are tuned into historic preservation know of this building.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 1 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for know
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Senate faculty want to understand how the administration will balance the budget in ways that preserve the academic mission.—
Jaweed Kaleem,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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Some people didn’t understand how someone like Van Der Beek didn’t leave his family enough money, even though the actor had spoken openly about his money struggles due to cancer treatments.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
17 Feb. 2026
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Now, Cuba may be experiencing the most profound moment of economic uncertainty that the island’s residents have endured in decades if not over their entire lives.—
Patrick Oppmann,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 50 mph.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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Visits to the shrine are seen by Japan's neighbors as evidence of a lack of remorse for Japan's wartime past.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Feb. 2026
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Links can be seen between the popularity of K-beauty – a sector estimated by research firm Mintel to be worth more than $90 billion – and the rise of Korean culture internationally.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a USA Today editor.—
USA Today staff,
USA Today,
24 Feb. 2026
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According to information released by Israel's military last month, there were 867 attacks by settlers against Palestinians and security forces in 2025, an increase of 27% over 2024.—
AREF TUFAHA,
Arkansas Online,
24 Feb. 2026
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Freese had eight clean sheets in 31 starts last season on his way to the award.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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Crew chief Bill Miller had an earpiece and was in communication with stadium operations, who informed him that there was no danger.—
Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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The president began his speech by recognizing the passing of civil rights leader, former presidential candidate and Black icon Jesse Jackson.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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However, a research team led by Giulia Tagliabue, an associate professor at the LNET, recognized the role of light in the process as well.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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Two other military bases have also undergone extensive repairs.—
Farida Elsebai,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Harrison remains free on bail and is required to undergo electronic monitoring and attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, according to the District Attorney’s Office.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Fans of the Toasted Coconut cake appreciate the coconut flakes scattered throughout the cake and frosting, and anyone who loves a good cream cheese frosting will be obsessed with the topping.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Feb. 2026
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Your absence will not be noticed in the growth of fans who appreciate the NFL’s broader appeal.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Know.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/know. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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