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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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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 seen
to have a clear idea of
I think I know what you're trying to say
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Recent Examples of known
Brett Berk, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2026
The most famous contributor to this scientific history is Charles Darwin, best known for his theory of evolution by means of natural selection, less known for his work on the climbing abilities of plants.
—Andrés Muedano, JSTOR Daily, 25 Mar. 2026
Kevin Giraud, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
All of the food is homemade and consists of items they are known to love.
—Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
Less known is this 2014 car, one of only 19 made to celebrate Hamilton’s victory in that year’s racing championship.
—Brett Berk, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2026
The most famous contributor to this scientific history is Charles Darwin, best known for his theory of evolution by means of natural selection, less known for his work on the climbing abilities of plants.
—Andrés Muedano, JSTOR Daily, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
The eight-episode show swept Belgian and European viewers after premiering at Canneseries, and marked yet another successful Janssen & Janssen (as they’re known in the sector) collaboration.
—Kevin Giraud, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
All of the food is homemade and consists of items they are known to love.
—Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for known
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Major decisions about land use, tax incentives, and infrastructure were largely finalized before most community members fully understood the project’s scale—which has also grown into a much larger build-out than originally planned.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
26 Mar. 2026
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Halifax understood the ancient truth that, in politics, the lows are lower than the highs are high.—
David Brooks,
The Atlantic,
25 Mar. 2026
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Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes, who was playing in his 500th NHL game on Thursday, is experienced in on-ice brother acts, having just won Olympic gold playing with younger brother Jack in Milan last month.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
26 Mar. 2026
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Some of the country’s most populous counties experienced the greatest impacts from lower international immigration.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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Large flames could be seen above the homes.—
Garrett Behanna,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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An operative would normally plan to walk alone to a hotel room to avoid being seen with an asset.—
David D. Kirkpatrick,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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That bit of the story that once possessed you and once tried animating a dead book can become the spine of a living one.—
JD Barker,
Rolling Stone,
25 Mar. 2026
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All firearms were legally possessed, no foul play is suspected, and the shooting appears accidental, police said.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
22 Mar. 2026
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Having undergone an extensive 2024 renovation, each of the 259 rooms (including 42 suites) are bright and airy, with textures and colors inspired by the Canadian landscape.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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These are the military's most elite forces, who have undergone intensive physical and technical training for this type of mission.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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When Huston met Edwards during the 2026 NBA All Star Weekend, Edwards recognized Huston and even brought up the Rondo video.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
29 Mar. 2026
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Five months earlier, Johnson-Swartz had been recognized as one of seven finalists for the Colorado Teacher of the Year.—
Logan Smith,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Donating appreciated stock or other property, rather than selling it and giving cash, can be a way to avoid capital gains taxes while still claiming the deduction.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2026
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Before Dali, artists were known almost exclusively for their work, and often considered lucky to be appreciated in their lifetimes.—
Serena Turner,
Vanity Fair,
30 Mar. 2026
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Anyone who witnessed the incident or who may know more was asked to contact LBPD Collision Investigation Detail Detective Van Holland at (562) 570-7355.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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The agency is requesting anyone who witnessed the accident or anyone who may have video footage or information to call the Wildlife Alert Hotline at 888-404-FWCC (3922).—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Known.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/known. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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