as in expertise
knowledge gained by actually doing or living through something
you'll gain some practical know-how in this auto mechanics class
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Recent Examples of know-how
But the trillions of dollars in capital and know-how already invested in Taiwan mean that, for the foreseeable future at least, the United States’ AI success or failure runs directly through the island.
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Jim Ellis, Foreign Affairs, 30 July 2025
The technology and know-how that our FORMIDABLE human resources have developed CANNOT be destroyed by bombings.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
Flat video is a bit bland without edits but provides a more flexible starting point for creators with the know-how to apply a creative color grade in the editing room.
—PC Magazine, 25 July 2025
Skilled labor is freed up for jobs that require human know-how.
—Richard Bishop, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
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Jim Ellis, Foreign Affairs, 30 July 2025
The technology and know-how that our FORMIDABLE human resources have developed CANNOT be destroyed by bombings.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
Flat video is a bit bland without edits but provides a more flexible starting point for creators with the know-how to apply a creative color grade in the editing room.
—PC Magazine, 25 July 2025
Skilled labor is freed up for jobs that require human know-how.
—Richard Bishop, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for know-how
Recent Examples of Synonyms for know-how
Noun
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Earbud brand Lypertek has applied years of award-winning expertise to producing its first-ever pair of wireless.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Surely, in coming summers, the U.S. could contribute expertise and even personnel while Canada invests in early detection and extinguishment of these fires.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Rather, let your achievements and skills be the standout feature of your resume, not the design.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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Employers want to see proof of your skills, not just hear about them.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
Noun
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What separates me from my opponent is experience, independence, and perspective.—
Nick Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Aug. 2025
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Dale has state government, education, radio and television experience as well.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Know-how.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/know-how. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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