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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
Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 24 June 2025
By the time the Sox turned the corner in ’20, those core players were all well known by Sox fans and contributed to the early optimism.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 24 June 2025
Gemma A. Williams, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
This was Nouveau Chapeau, a name whispered and sparingly shared amongst cool kids in the know.
—Emiene Wright, Charlotte Observer, 6 June 2025
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Verb
Celsius is known for its (frankly delicious) energy drinks, but the manufacturer makes caffeine-free hydration packets too.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 24 June 2025
By the time the Sox turned the corner in ’20, those core players were all well known by Sox fans and contributed to the early optimism.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 24 June 2025
Noun
The city has since become an avant-garde fashion hub—an insider's paradise for those in the know.
—Gemma A. Williams, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
This was Nouveau Chapeau, a name whispered and sparingly shared amongst cool kids in the know.
—Emiene Wright, Charlotte Observer, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for know
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These powerful stellar explosions serve as cosmic lighthouses, helping astronomers measure vast cosmic distances and understand the accelerating expansion of the universe.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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More research is needed to better understand why diabetic people on GLP-1s have increased eye disease, Shor said.—
Shiv Sudhakar,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2025
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Experts say these failures indicate that the plane could have experienced a catastrophic loss of hydraulic, electrical or engine power while airborne.—
Mika Gröndahl,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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Many families experience some form of infertility or other reproductive health challenges.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 June 2025
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And club captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen is first on the list of those the club would like to see leave before the end of the transfer window.—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
27 June 2025
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Khamenei is reportedly hiding in a bunker, with little access to communications, and has yet to be seen in public since Israel and Iran reached the ceasefire, which came into effect on Tuesday.—
Nadeen Ebrahim,
CNN Money,
26 June 2025
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For more information on Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority’s preserves and their current and future accessibility features, visit OpenSpaceAuthority.org/accessibility.—
Anne Ferguson,
Mercury News,
16 June 2025
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CFOs are also speaking to multiple audiences, from boards to tax attorneys to employees, often needing to deliver the same information in various forms.—
Tony Jarjoura,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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However, it was noted that the victim had a low resting heart rate, dental phobia and had a history of fainting, which the complaint said Watkins did not investigate or document.—
Stepheny Price , Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2025
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Drew cited that Formula E eco-friendly car racing now has 500 million fans as an example.—
Joan Michelson,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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Their relations date back to Pakistan's founding amid the United Kingdom's partition of the Indian subcontinent in 1947, with Iran being the second nation after the U.K. to recognize Pakistan's independence.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 June 2025
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The two top performers were recognized as the Sun Sentinel’s Palm Beach water polo players of the year.—
Alex Kushel,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2025
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The transit provider is currently undergoing a study to improve operations and achieve better rider satisfaction, according to a new release from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
24 June 2025
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All three underwent surgery to repair their Achilles tendons shortly after their injuries.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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The yen has appreciated almost 8% against the dollar in the past 12 months.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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Parents will also appreciate the show’s thoughtful design: the characters use age-appropriate language, the action is non-violent and imaginative, and the episodes emphasize important social-emotional skills such as communication, responsibility, and friendship.—
Hannah Nwoko,
Parents,
16 June 2025
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“Know.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/know. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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