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verb

present participle of know

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of knowing
Adjective
Laughter and knowing nods followed from the rest of us. Todd Harmonson, Oc Register, 4 Aug. 2025 When the emails eventually came out, it was revealed that Donald Trump Jr. was a knowing and enthusiastic participant. Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 25 Apr. 2025
Verb
There’s a piece in knowing that there are certain things that are beyond you. Adam B. Vary, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025 Far from being dead, reunions exist now in a zone of distortion, a weird gray area in which many people feel obligated to go without quite knowing why. Jordan Michelman, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for knowing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knowing
Adjective
  • European policymakers were fully aware of the reorganization and job losses at Volkswagen, Luman said, amid broader concerns that falling employment in Germany’s historic car industry could put even more positions at risk.
    Sam Meredith, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2025
  • More importantly, people became aware of the ecological value and beauty of raptors and turned against killing them.
    Tom Langen, The Conversation, 9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • See our review The 2026 Hyundai Palisade is bigger and smarter, just don’t expect more power The six-figure 2025 Lexus LX Hybrid takes full-size luxury to new heights.
    Mark Phelan, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Portable smart tire pressure monitors screw onto the valve stem and connect to your phone, offering real-time updates and alerts for slow leaks.
    Melanie Marshall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • This look is perfect for landing in a style-conscious city like Paris or Chicago and hitting the ground running without needing a quick change in the airport bathroom.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 5 Sep. 2025
  • As Americans grow increasingly more health-conscious, many are looking for substitutes for certain foods and additives that researchers have deemed less-than-stellar for your longterm health.
    Hannah Yasharoff, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Maybe the slower, more considered pace of life is exactly what is required to create a more sustainable place, and a more sustainable future.
    Emma John, AFAR Media, 20 Aug. 2025
  • At a time where equality is treated as an imposition on the other, Claire’s careful and considered story feels more relevant than ever.
    Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 6 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • In July, a judge said Decarlos Brown might not be mentally capable of understanding previous charges against him.
    Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
  • With a background in psychology, intercultural studies, and past work for a professional study abroad agency, Stephens is an endless resource for understanding the cultural variations that come with immigrating to new places globally.
    Essence, Essence, 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Some regions of the United States are experiencing higher rates of positive COVID-19 tests than others, though reporting has slowed down enough nationwide that the CDC has begun allowing more time to pass between certain types of updates, such as those on variant prevalence.
    Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
  • The report’s own data shows that companies slashing diversity, equity, and inclusion are experiencing higher discrimination complaints, lower morale, and decreased attraction of top talent.
    Essence, Essence, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • His reaction to seeing his name on topping a list of creators who influence a billion dollar industry?
    CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Corr appeared to have knowledge of the victims daily routines and would make comments about ‘seeing them soon’.
    Mark Price, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Before Park came in, United had signed just two players, albeit two highly experienced Champions League individuals in Sweden’s Julia Zigiotti Olme and Fridolina Rolfo.
    Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
  • But placing unfinished or untested writing in front of the eyes of other experienced and respected writers actually takes courage.
    Beverly Gologorsky September 5, Literary Hub, 5 Sep. 2025

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“Knowing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knowing. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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