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
The United Kingdom assesses that Iran had not only transferred Shahed drones to Moscow for use on the battlefield in Ukraine but also production know-how to Russia, which has helped Iran refine its drone warfare.
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Margaret Brennan, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
Even adopting Ukrainian know-how seems difficult in that environment.
—Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
Without the same ties to the landscape and community, these proprietors might lack the know-how of tending to the land and its best interests at heart.
—Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 26 Mar. 2026
One of Davis’ greatest assets was his position as lieutenant governor; that currency — incumbency and government know-how — no longer trade at the same high value.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
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Margaret Brennan, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
Even adopting Ukrainian know-how seems difficult in that environment.
—Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
Without the same ties to the landscape and community, these proprietors might lack the know-how of tending to the land and its best interests at heart.
—Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 26 Mar. 2026
One of Davis’ greatest assets was his position as lieutenant governor; that currency — incumbency and government know-how — no longer trade at the same high value.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for know-how
Noun
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Local expertise is indispensable.—
Wassan Al-Khudhairi,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
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Course correction is coming, with the board and Brittin, himself lacking editorial credentials, committed to hiring a deputy director general with content and journalism expertise.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Are there skills from your documentary background that translated to this project?—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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The piece stresses that these skills must be explicitly taught rather than assumed.—
Darlin Tillery,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The situation has fueled broader conversations about event marketing, consumer expectations and accountability when large-scale fan experiences do not match their promotional claims.—
Claire Dodds,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, the show features bundle deals and insider offers for discounts on dining and experiences.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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