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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
Johanna Read, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
Wilson, Wyoming, is a small town in Jackson Hole that's a favorite among locals and travelers in the know.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 28 July 2025
Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Aug. 2025
Throughout the movie, Cliff never knows who to trust or what to believe.
—Marta Balaga, Variety, 8 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Those in the know book one of Maverick’s special events such as the short table dinner series and al fresco lunches.
—Johanna Read, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
Wilson, Wyoming, is a small town in Jackson Hole that's a favorite among locals and travelers in the know.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 28 July 2025
Noun
Darcy Miller, known on TikTok as @darcycass, received an urgent call shortly after selling her couch on Facebook Marketplace from the buyer.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Aug. 2025
Throughout the movie, Cliff never knows who to trust or what to believe.
—Marta Balaga, Variety, 8 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for know
Verb
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Trained to understand player context and urgency, these systems ensure that the support is fast, relevant and empathetic.—
Anees Ali Khan,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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To better understand how microbes interact with the human body, scientists use cutting-edge tools such as gnotobiotic mouse models, metabolomics, and quantitative imaging — uncovering pathways that could inform future treatments and improve human health.—
David L. Coddon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Last but certainly not least, beginning September 1, Krispy Kreme is giving fans a chance to win a trip to either Universal Studios Hollywood or Universal Orlando Resort to experience the magic and excitement of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
14 Aug. 2025
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While that is a hefty shortfall, communities leaders are searching for ways to find the money so the project can come to the historically Black neighborhood that experienced displacement in the 1960s due to the interstate being built in its community.—
Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
14 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The Enquirer reached out to Kings Island following the announcement of the ride's closure to see what would replace Boo Blasters and if the building would be torn down.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
13 Aug. 2025
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Anyone who’s hoping to see Byrne reunite with Talking Heads is out of luck.—
Simon Vozick-Levinson,
Rolling Stone,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
15 Aug. 2025
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For more information, go to extension.illinois.edu/dkk/4-h-kane-county.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The Rapids, who sat in 10th when Mihailovic departed, have seven games to go in the regular season.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
17 Aug. 2025
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Padres relievers had the better game, but the Kershaw-Vásquez result was a two-run deficit.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Aug. 2025
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Watching screenings and talking with filmmakers over the first few days felt like sifting through an intriguing array of ambitious projects centered on Black life that few other festivals might recognize or encourage.—
Eric Deggans,
NPR,
7 Aug. 2025
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Following the conclusion of its 2025 flagship festival in Montréal, Just For Laughs has announced the winners of its inaugural Shorts & Pilots Program, recognizing emerging comedic talent and original storytelling across short and pilot formats.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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His departure also comes after the agency underwent a series of massive job cuts this year, ushered in by Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency.—
Fatima Hussein,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Aug. 2025
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The property has since undergone a $40 million renovation.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Verb
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These are heady days for the club and that is something to hold onto and appreciate.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
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Every panel and every page are so luxuriously rendered that Skybound is offering a deluxe oversized edition for fans who want to appreciate every detail.—
Rob Salkowitz,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Know.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/know. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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