1
as in understood
to have a practical understanding of
a career diplomat who knows several languages a fan who really knows baseball
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2
as in experienced
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 gotten
to have a clear idea of
I think I know what you're trying to say
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as in named
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Recent Examples of known
Pete Hammond, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2025
Greene is most known for his breakthrough role as Kicking Bird (Ziŋtká Nagwáka) in Kevin Costner's 1990 directorial debut, Dances with Wolves, a film adaptation of the novel of the same name by Michael Blake.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
The games are one of the few program formats that still bring the broad, simultaneous viewership that Madison Avenue craves — and, as a result, more advertisers are trying to get money down on them, even if they haven’t been known for doing so in the past.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
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Verb
On February 8 that year, Tony Kiritsis (Bill Skarsgård) walked calmly into the Meridian Mortgage Company in downtown Indianapolis and asked to see Richard Hall (Dacre Montgomery), who ran the business and was well known to him.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2025
Greene is most known for his breakthrough role as Kicking Bird (Ziŋtká Nagwáka) in Kevin Costner's 1990 directorial debut, Dances with Wolves, a film adaptation of the novel of the same name by Michael Blake.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Adjective
The Madison is a modern-day spinoff with little known about how the characters will relate to the main Dutton family of the flagship series.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
The games are one of the few program formats that still bring the broad, simultaneous viewership that Madison Avenue craves — and, as a result, more advertisers are trying to get money down on them, even if they haven’t been known for doing so in the past.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
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But more than anything, Thomas was among the rare fans in attendance Sunday who understood exactly what professional athletes feel when they are traded, waived, fired, told they are no longer wanted.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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The psychology behind this obsession One key reason for this fascination is their desire to feel understood and to connect with a broader group of people.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
7 Sep. 2025
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Historic data In 2024, California experienced 305 fires caused by lightning, resulting in 90,206 acres of wildland burned, according to NIFC records.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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The Wilkes-Barre Times Leader reported that the family also experienced foul odors and heard pig grunts in the home.—
Jessica Sager,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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The other is later on in the movie as Judy, who shows signs of clairvoyance and a connection to the supernatural like her mom, becomes possessed by the entity haunting the Smurls.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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So is the demon that possessed David Glatzel, Jessica, and Arne Johnson the same demon that possesses Annabelle?—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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The copper rush has seen all major producers of the metal streamline their operations, exiting coal, nickel, and other commodities to enhance their appeal to investors as a copper stock.—
Tim Treadgold,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Other municipalities, across state lines, have also seen serious crimes related to domestic violence so far this year.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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His work is recognized for rejecting straight lines in favor of rounded, continuous forms and for being approachable yet full of personality.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
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She is recognized for her service work teaching digital literacy to protect seniors from cybercrime.—
TIME PR,
Time,
9 Sep. 2025
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Daltorio agrees and recommends balancing bold wallpaper prints with a few moments of rest via solid colors and negative space, so the pattern can be truly appreciated.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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Fergus McCaffrey While context informs and amplifies the viewing experience, Jacobs’ abstract paintings may be appreciated without these backdrops.—
Natasha Gural,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Bushway has since undergone multiple surgeries and remains hospitalized with limited eyesight, WCAX reported, citing police.—
Nicole Acosta,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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As the sports futures markets have exploded in popularity, the CFTC has undergone dramatic change as well.—
Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Police reported the suspect got into an awaiting black SUV driven by a second suspect, and the pair fled the scene.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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Boise State football got the train back on the tracks last Friday night, torching Eastern Washington 51-14 in the Broncos’ home opener to get to 1-1 on the season.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Known.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/known. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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