1
as in understands
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 undergoes
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 recognizes
to have a clear idea of
I think I know what you're trying to say
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Recent Examples of knows
Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 19 Oct. 2025
This year’s postseason run is all Yesavage knows at the big league level.
—Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
Even serial numbers, barcodes, and holograms can be copied if someone knows the fabrication details.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 19 Oct. 2025
Albin knows that Charlotte needs more in the NIL department going forward, and the team offers plenty of early playing time for prospective recruits.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 19 Oct. 2025
Its clientele has money, and Crockett knows how to speak the language of money.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 19 Oct. 2025
That’s what the hackerama does if somebody knows where the bodies are buried, and the statute of limitations is still running.
—Howie Carr, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
If a 2-4 record became 3-4 and then 4-4, who knows?
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025
This is the best place to see this art in Europe – and more powerful when seen with someone who knows the stories behind the stones.
—Nigel Hack, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2025
Noun
The Dog Whisperer breaks down a simple method to make sure your pup knows where to go when nature calls.
—Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 19 Oct. 2025
This year’s postseason run is all Yesavage knows at the big league level.
—Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
Even serial numbers, barcodes, and holograms can be copied if someone knows the fabrication details.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 19 Oct. 2025
Albin knows that Charlotte needs more in the NIL department going forward, and the team offers plenty of early playing time for prospective recruits.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 19 Oct. 2025
Its clientele has money, and Crockett knows how to speak the language of money.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 19 Oct. 2025
That’s what the hackerama does if somebody knows where the bodies are buried, and the statute of limitations is still running.
—Howie Carr, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
If a 2-4 record became 3-4 and then 4-4, who knows?
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025
This is the best place to see this art in Europe – and more powerful when seen with someone who knows the stories behind the stones.
—Nigel Hack, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knows
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The decision, announced Friday, was made in close consultation with Britain’s King Charles III, who is believed to be glad at the outcome, while Prince William and other members of the royal family were also consulted on the discussions, CNN understands.—
Sophie Tanno,
CNN Money,
18 Oct. 2025
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Therefore, his ability to be optimistic and realistic while reflecting not just a fan’s concern, but a leader who understands how to win in Philadelphia , should be respected.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This getaway, known for its rare trees, undergoes a dramatic autumn shift in November.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Oct. 2025
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Chicago Blackhawks captain Nick Foligno will take a brief leave of absence to be with his family as his daughter undergoes heart surgery, the team announced Wednesday.—
Paulina Dedaj,
FOXNews.com,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Everyone recognizes the problem, even if solutions are harder to come by.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
20 Oct. 2025
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The agreement also recognizes that borrowers who are eligible to have debts canceled in 2025 will not be forced to pay a tax penalty, due to changes in tax law, as a result of government processing delays and ongoing litigation.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Oct. 2025
Noun
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For me, it’s been really essential to read a lot of great information, and to come at the world filled with knowledge and all these ideas of, in my view, much smarter and braver people than myself.—
Fiction Non Fiction,
Literary Hub,
23 Oct. 2025
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This article was originally published in 2022 and most recently updated on October 22, 2025 with current information.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Swets, who has expertise with special-purpose acquisition companies (SPACs), formed Greenland Exploration with his investment and merchant banking firm, FG Nexus, and agreed to merge with March GL and find a suitable SPAC to take the company public.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
22 Oct. 2025
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Navigating the software involves using hand gestures and speech, although the headset also has a button for summoning Google’s Gemini and a touchpad.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Rest is Football is part of a recent trend in football coverage which sees ex-players turned pundits — such as Gary Neville, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards — being very open about their continuing allegiances to former clubs.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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The new real estate series sees the Scott twins help wary buyers grapple with commitment issues to possibly make the biggest purchase of their lives.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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More than half of the country lives in poverty, and 40% of the population experiences at least moderate food insecurity.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
18 Oct. 2025
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Please note that Frost/Freeze alerts will continue until 11/1 or until a county area experiences a widespread freeze.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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And yet, with the sustained mediation of an American President, Jimmy Carter, the two men found a way to forge a peace that endures still.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
19 Oct. 2025
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Fans compromised by doing it until BOTH teams score their first points … in BOTH halves, a practice that endures today.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Oct. 2025
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“Knows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knows. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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