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
Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
Who knows if that trip was key to fewer dams on the river today, but those fierce adversaries shared more river time than our leaders do today.
—Pete McBride, Time, 27 Feb. 2026
Many have experience in politics and public life, but not the kind that the average person knows about.
—Craig Gilbert, jsonline.com, 27 Feb. 2026
Though John is willing to play with fire, Carolyn knows challenging Ethel would only put her in a worse position.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2026
Canada knows a thing or two about skiing and snowboarding.
—Jonny Bierman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026
Mediodía is kind of the character that knows Tormentosa, right?
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2026
Ryan Gosling knows how to throw one hell of a Hail Mary.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2026
But even Van Patten, who knows her character best, is doubtful.
—Pamela Avila, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Verb
Developer Ron Molko knows the problem of selling the district’s potential.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
Who knows if that trip was key to fewer dams on the river today, but those fierce adversaries shared more river time than our leaders do today.
—Pete McBride, Time, 27 Feb. 2026
Many have experience in politics and public life, but not the kind that the average person knows about.
—Craig Gilbert, jsonline.com, 27 Feb. 2026
Though John is willing to play with fire, Carolyn knows challenging Ethel would only put her in a worse position.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2026
Canada knows a thing or two about skiing and snowboarding.
—Jonny Bierman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026
Mediodía is kind of the character that knows Tormentosa, right?
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2026
Ryan Gosling knows how to throw one hell of a Hail Mary.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2026
But even Van Patten, who knows her character best, is doubtful.
—Pamela Avila, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knows
Verb
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Stefano Massini’s writing, adapted by Ben Power, understands where to place the drama for maximum effect.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Deadline understands a second window deal in France will be announced soon and advanced discussions are underway with other territories.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The center’s president, Richard Grenell, said a new venue was currently being sought as the building undergoes renovations, beginning around Independence Day.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Feb. 2026
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The concert is presented in partnership with Miami-Dade County Auditorium as part of its Away From Home series, launched while the historic venue undergoes renovations.—
Megan Fitzgerald,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Housed at the Michigan State University School of Journalism, the Hall of Fame recognizes journalists who have advanced a free and responsible press while elevating the profession across the state.—
Nour Rahal,
Freep.com,
1 Mar. 2026
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In an early scene, an auto mechanic named Vahid recognizes his former torturer by the distinctive squeak of his prosthetic leg.—
Cora Engelbrecht,
New Yorker,
1 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The victims, including 90 civilians, were attacked on Sunday in Abiemnom county, said James Monyluak, information minister for the administrative area of Ruweng.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 Mar. 2026
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Don’t forget to ask for additional information when necessary!—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Every city has a notorious nightclub or bar worth visiting.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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Every sentence has extra nuance, so stay aware of your word choice.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The women’s proposition sees quarter-zips (a key trend of the season, popularized by Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel runway), polo tops, tees and shirts of many kinds, colors and finishes–short- and long-sleeve–with generous use of checks and stripes.—
Alice Cary,
Vogue,
3 Mar. 2026
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The ability for chatbots to ask follow-up questions and elicit key details from users is one area where Wachter sees room for improvement.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In addition to the person who experiences obstructive sleep apnea, romantic partners are affected, too.—
Ashley Olivine,
Verywell Health,
27 Feb. 2026
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After someone experiences a significant trauma to their body—such as a high-speed ski crash that fractures their leg—the surrounding muscles can rapidly bleed and swell.—
Claire Maldarelli,
Scientific American,
24 Feb. 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 3 Mar. 2026.
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