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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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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
Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026
The administration knows this, which is why ICE agents knock phones from people's hands, beat those who film them, and target documenters with arrest and violence.
—Binaifer Nowrojee, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
What no one knows today is the impact of Wednesday’s triumph on Sunday’s mood.
—Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Jessica Alba knows a girls’ night out does wonders for the soul — especially when you’re wrapped in an outfit that feels equal parts confident and cozy.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Red Lobster knows how to make its customers happy.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2026
No one knows that a tourist down there was shot multiple times.
—Sophia Compton, FOXNews.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The organization knows how to operate but not how to pivot.
—Mark Murphy, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Willis himself knows a thing or two about managing a team, having led Cohasset to new heights in boys soccer as well.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 24 Jan. 2026
Verb
Coakley makes sure that her troop knows how to make change and how to politely speak to customers, even the difficult ones.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026
The administration knows this, which is why ICE agents knock phones from people's hands, beat those who film them, and target documenters with arrest and violence.
—Binaifer Nowrojee, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
What no one knows today is the impact of Wednesday’s triumph on Sunday’s mood.
—Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Jessica Alba knows a girls’ night out does wonders for the soul — especially when you’re wrapped in an outfit that feels equal parts confident and cozy.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Red Lobster knows how to make its customers happy.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2026
No one knows that a tourist down there was shot multiple times.
—Sophia Compton, FOXNews.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The organization knows how to operate but not how to pivot.
—Mark Murphy, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Willis himself knows a thing or two about managing a team, having led Cohasset to new heights in boys soccer as well.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 24 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knows
Verb
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The right funding shows that the founder understands the business, the market, and the commitment required to build something that lasts.—
William Jones,
AZCentral.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Even Apple itself understands this, which is why the iPhone maker offers security patches to those who want to stay on iOS 18 — up until a point.—
Kate O'Flaherty,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Beyond this natural system of supply and demand, Bitcoin undergoes a process known as halving in order to regulate token inflow.—
Jason Phillips,
Ascend Agency,
30 Jan. 2026
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In this aerial image, heavy machinery is visible at the beginning of the demolition of the Atlanta Medical Center as the site undergoes its transformation into a new face of the developing project on Monday, June 30, 2025.—
Ariel Hart,
AJC.com,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The District recognizes its responsibility to serve the CPS community with integrity.—
Asal Rezaei,
CBS News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Mescal recognizes that his role is in support of the titanic performance given by Buckley.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Garrett remains on the run, with Melody declining to provide information on his whereabouts.—
Jeramie Bizzle,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The company also said that forecasts generated by its tools could be created independently, allowing government agencies and companies to control their own information.—
Joe Wertz,
Arkansas Online,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This previously-$30 set of Merino wool socks already has an excellent value, but the new price point is even sweeter.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
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The bakery has two trailers on the property that are used for housing and as a test kitchen for the bakers.—
Austen Erblat,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Opgenhaffen sees particular opportunity in modernizing the traditional South Asian eye look — updating the classic coal liner with plum shades and browns that can transition from day to evening.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
Footwear News,
26 Jan. 2026
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Downs says maintenance issues are what his crew sees the most.—
Alysia Burgio,
CBS News,
26 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Though not what many would think of when packing a car, kitty litter can come in handy for anyone who experiences a winter weather emergency on the roads.—
Lillian Metzmeier,
Louisville Courier Journal,
23 Jan. 2026
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See photos from the Austin area as the city experiences its first winter storm of the season and of 2026.—
Aaron E Martinez,
Austin American Statesman,
23 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In the end, A Guardian and a Thief is a story that comprehends hunger more deeply than the world that produces it.—
Tope Folarin,
The Atlantic,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Knows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knows. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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