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
Ownership of patents is widely seen as an important sign of a country’s economic strength and industrial know-how.
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Reuters 14 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2025
This can be a great option for those who aren’t as versed in what details to look out for, brand names, and other know-how that can help a pro spot a valuable piece without a doubt.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
Every pilot, however small, builds confidence and technical know-how for future expansion.
—Peter Bendor-Samuel, Forbes.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Capital combined with client introductions, regulatory know-how, or industry access can support growth in ways a pure check often doesn’t.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
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Reuters 14 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2025
This can be a great option for those who aren’t as versed in what details to look out for, brand names, and other know-how that can help a pro spot a valuable piece without a doubt.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
Every pilot, however small, builds confidence and technical know-how for future expansion.
—Peter Bendor-Samuel, Forbes.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Capital combined with client introductions, regulatory know-how, or industry access can support growth in ways a pure check often doesn’t.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for know-how
Recent Examples of Synonyms for know-how
Noun
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Aman holds expertise in politics, travel, and tech news, especially in AI, advanced algorithms, and blockchain, with a strong curiosity about all things that fall under science and tech.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Sep. 2025
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Peng denies such ties, and says Pony’s Chinese expertise may give it advantages in the US — despite the hostile political climate.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Goodman’s skills behind the plate and his growth as a game caller and student of the game are not as easily measured.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
27 Sep. 2025
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In the first of two classes with fake guns that don’t fire real bullets, Tamra impresses Jenn and Emily with her target-shooting skills.—
Peter Larsen,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
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The experience later prompted him to go to therapy.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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The spiritual experience here, these days, happens when Joyce clocks in.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Know-how.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/know-how. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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