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as in aware
having inside information
exchanged a knowing look with her business partner during the sales presentation
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as in smart
having or showing a practical cleverness or judgment
knowing movie producers do not invest their own money in their risky ventures
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as in conscious
made, given, or done with full awareness of what one is doing
a knowing waiver of his rights
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as in considered
decided on as a result of careful thought
with knowing equivocation, the witness responded to the question without really answering it
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as in understanding
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 experiencing
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
knows full well how nerve-racking it can be to speak in public
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as in seeing
to have a clear idea of
I think I know what you're trying to say
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Recent Examples of knowing
Laura Brown, Artforum, 25 Mar. 2026
Would the petulant, arrogant, all-knowing Donald still have started a war against Iran?
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2026
Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
The habits of seasoning, tasting, knowing how to adjust your heat, using the right pans.
—Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
After that, paper media gets a lot glossier, and a lot more knowing.
—Laura Brown, Artforum, 25 Mar. 2026
Would the petulant, arrogant, all-knowing Donald still have started a war against Iran?
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2026
Verb
This is not an obscure piece of NBA trivia that Smith could be easily forgiven for not knowing.
—Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
The habits of seasoning, tasting, knowing how to adjust your heat, using the right pans.
—Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for knowing
Adjective
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Many readers may not be aware of the services that end-of-life doulas can provide.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2026
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Fuqua, as well as the film’s producers, were reportedly not made aware of the legally binding agreement until after filming wrapped.—
Amelia McDonell-Parry,
Rolling Stone,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This smart toaster is designed to evenly toast bagels, bread, waffles and more from edge to edge, delivering a crisp exterior while keeping the inside soft.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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This navy Continental Carry-on Luggage blends durability with smart design details that frequent travelers will appreciate right away.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Welch has positioned these changes as necessary to combat potential changes to the Voting Rights Act, amid ongoing legal uncertainty over how courts will treat race-conscious redistricting.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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The child, whose identity has not been disclosed, was reportedly conscious when responders arrived.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Nussmeier considered entering last year’s draft but returned to LSU and had a nightmare season that ended with a November abdominal injury.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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Credit scores, which impact people's ability and costs to borrow, typically range from 300 to 850, with around 670 and higher considered good.—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Government officials weren’t the only people interested in understanding Japanese Americans.—
Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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This is not about rushing to share, but about understanding what’s true for you first.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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Through her initiative, Period Positive Drive, the San Jose teenager collected and donated 4,278 period products to HomeFirst, a local organization serving people experiencing homelessness in Santa Clara County.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2026
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Chicago is now experiencing its second-wettest spring on record and its rainiest April since 2013, according to the University of Illinois State Water Survey.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Apr. 2026
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Witnesses also reported seeing a man matching Willacy's description near Sather's house and driving her vehicle on the day of the murder.—
Robert McGreevy,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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For the first time, travelers and anyone driving through LAX will start seeing the People Mover trains traveling regularly above the airport, but for now, no passengers are on board.—
Amanda Starrantino,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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United currently aim to make four major signings, including an experienced striker and a left-back, with Tyrell Malacia departing and Luke Shaw needing to be rested more given the addition of midweek games.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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The Lakers’ two most experienced players created a signature moment in the final minute with the Lakers leading by five.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Knowing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knowing. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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