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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
Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 31 May 2025
In fact, with one of the lowest average ages in the whole of the Champions League, Paris Saint-Germain this season has become a team known for its young, hardworking and likeable core group of players – Vitinha, Nuno Mendes, João Neves, Barcola and Doué have all garnered plaudits.
—Jamie Barton, CNN Money, 31 May 2025
Jordana Comiter, People.com, 17 May 2025
Her name is synonymous with the world of Lower Manhattan hype and image making: fashionable, online, in the know.
—Joseph Bernstein, New York Times, 17 May 2025
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Verb
Whether yours is filled with down, polyester, or something in between, knowing how to wash it properly can mean the difference between preserving its plush feel and ending up with a lumpy, flattened mess.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 31 May 2025
In fact, with one of the lowest average ages in the whole of the Champions League, Paris Saint-Germain this season has become a team known for its young, hardworking and likeable core group of players – Vitinha, Nuno Mendes, João Neves, Barcola and Doué have all garnered plaudits.
—Jamie Barton, CNN Money, 31 May 2025
Noun
Peacock In the know: The adult animation show was canceled by Peacock after one season.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 17 May 2025
Her name is synonymous with the world of Lower Manhattan hype and image making: fashionable, online, in the know.
—Joseph Bernstein, New York Times, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for know
Verb
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Many local leaders have learned the value of using data to understand where socially vulnerable residents face high disaster risks.—
Ivis García,
The Conversation,
30 May 2025
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But Wolf’s greatest contribution is in faithfully documenting his open, sometimes ugly dialogue with a figure who was widely known yet never, until now, understood.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
30 May 2025
Verb
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Both English teams have been experiencing frustrating, parallel worlds as the pair have struggled mightily in the Premier League.—
David Close,
CNN Money,
22 May 2025
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Stout also has an outsized personality, which the 49ers experienced during his visit.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
Verb
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The South African government has also been a vocal defender of Palestinians in Gaza who have seen their homes destroyed and access to food cut off by the Israeli military, a position that’s frustrated Trump administration officials.—
Brian Bennett,
Time,
22 May 2025
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But the company said shoppers may still see price hikes as early as July.—
Serenah McKay,
Arkansas Online,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Casas said that any such accusations would still require further investigation, but that such information could potentially initiate probable cause.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2025
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The Department of Labor used that information to determine the level of benefits.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
Verb
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Only seven qualified American League hitters have a lower one.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
25 May 2025
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However, my hand has real diamond support, with even the club jack potentially pulling its weight, and my spades are poor.—
Deb Harvell,
Arkansas Online,
25 May 2025
Verb
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So that we're all being recognized is what matters most.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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Longtime fans of the show will recognize this as some of June’s voiceover from the very first episode.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
27 May 2025
Verb
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The agency tasked with carrying out President Donald Trump's mass deportation campaign is undergoing a major staff reorganization.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 May 2025
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Further, Costello’s parents claim that Costello should have undergone more testing before being allowed to participate in any strenuous activities.—
Chris Deubert,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Verb
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Shepperson said his brother B.J. loved horses and would have really appreciated what this program is doing to help other veterans.—
Kennedy Hayes,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2025
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Clara Karger, a spokesperson for Bass, said her boss appreciates that the council gave the authority for the LAPD to increase recruitment — adding as much as 480 officers — if financial circumstances improve.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
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“Know.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/know. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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