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
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is aiming to persuade Chinese companies to share more tech know-how with their Spanish partners on a trip to Beijing next week, according to people familiar with the preparations.
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Daniel Basteiro, Bloomberg, 10 Apr. 2026
This family-run business brings a delightful mix of humor with nerdy plant know-how.
—Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 10 Apr. 2026
From postpartum recovery to nursing know-hows, here are the winners of Parents Best for Baby Awards for new and expectant parents.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
Of the three, Bo brings the creative vision, Escobár the tech and streaming know-how and Arrieta the operational and investment eye.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
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Daniel Basteiro, Bloomberg, 10 Apr. 2026
This family-run business brings a delightful mix of humor with nerdy plant know-how.
—Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 10 Apr. 2026
From postpartum recovery to nursing know-hows, here are the winners of Parents Best for Baby Awards for new and expectant parents.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
Of the three, Bo brings the creative vision, Escobár the tech and streaming know-how and Arrieta the operational and investment eye.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for know-how
Recent Examples of Synonyms for know-how
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Small municipalities typically have neither the expertise nor the funds to adequately secure their infrastructure, leaving them open to intrusion.—
Sue Halpern,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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As multiple world powers invest heavily in Ukrainian expertise and joint production with the Ukrainian government and private companies, only the Pentagon is holding back.—
Trudy Rubin,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The class would enable students to gain specialized skills needed for employment after graduation or for further post-secondary training, a memo from the district said, and would also provide students with opportunities to teach other students in the district’s introductory welding course.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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But there’s also plenty of beauty in the way Bertelli captures bodies and technology at work, with DP Mauro Chiarello’s razor-sharp images highlighting the incredible skills needed to rise to such feats of excellence.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Apr. 2026
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In Casual mode, players can take their time with unlimited chances to find every change, perfect for a relaxed, low-pressure experience.—
Rachel Jacoby Zoldan,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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The series first debuted on Prime Video in 2021 and quickly gained a huge following, with viewers charmed by the beautiful scenery and the drama that country living can bring, helped along by Clarkson’s total lack of farming experience.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Know-how.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/know-how. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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