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
Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 20 June 2026
From Louis through the book, and then his mother knows exactly how to string him along, when to give him love and when to take it away.
—Precious Fondren, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
Yes, the door has cracked open for companies everyone already knows.
—Alex Lazarow, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Chastain knows a thing or two about winning World Cups.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
After all, California knows a lot about extreme wealth.
—Alex Lee, Mercury News, 19 June 2026
But Pam Kramer, the CEO of KC2026, said Friday that the organization knows the process of getting fans to matches must improve before Ecuador plays Curaçao on Saturday night.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 19 June 2026
As the original pellet grill manufacturer, Traeger knows what makes for a good smoking experience.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2026
Somehow, Taylor knows us all too well.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 12 June 2026
Verb
Calmus knows firsthand what NICU families face.
—Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 20 June 2026
From Louis through the book, and then his mother knows exactly how to string him along, when to give him love and when to take it away.
—Precious Fondren, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
Yes, the door has cracked open for companies everyone already knows.
—Alex Lazarow, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Chastain knows a thing or two about winning World Cups.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
After all, California knows a lot about extreme wealth.
—Alex Lee, Mercury News, 19 June 2026
But Pam Kramer, the CEO of KC2026, said Friday that the organization knows the process of getting fans to matches must improve before Ecuador plays Curaçao on Saturday night.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 19 June 2026
As the original pellet grill manufacturer, Traeger knows what makes for a good smoking experience.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2026
Somehow, Taylor knows us all too well.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knows
Verb
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Hughton, whose father is from Accra, understands the frustration of a fanbase starved of success for so long.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Reid understands that people are used to seeing her as her characters or through the lens of her projects but that’s not the full picture.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Branse also emphasized that while the public doesn’t get a voice about the settlement proposal, residents will get to speak about the project itself when Costco undergoes a hearing for its special permit request.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
15 June 2026
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Every Orkin technician undergoes an intensive, 160-hour simulation training program at their dedicated center before entering the field.—
Nick Perry,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
Verb
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This modern leadership model recognizes that sustained peak performance demands a strong biological foundation, encompassing sleep, nutrition, and exercise.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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Cops released photos of the suspect in hopes the public recognizes him.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
20 June 2026
Noun
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The intuitive Moon in your 10th House of Career and Status squares information-gathering Mercury in your 7th House of Partnership, pulling leadership choices into relational focus.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
23 June 2026
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To learn more information on our reporting and testing processes, read our complete reviews process and methodology page.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
23 June 2026
Verb
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Conley also has the most campaign cash, with $940,000 on hand.—
Chris McKenna,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
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Walking into a recording studio, Swift was seen clutching a cognac shoulder bag, and this leather version from Quince comes in the same color and has a similar silhouette.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
Verb
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As Droga sees it, the advertising industry is very much in the throes of a profound technological shift.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
22 June 2026
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On average, the region sees its first 100-degree day on July 1.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 June 2026
Noun
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The Pima County Sheriff’s Department continues to work closely with the FBI as investigators follow up on leads, review information, and pursue the facts surrounding this case.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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Conversations need grounding as intuitive Moon in your 3rd House of Communication opposes illusory Neptune in your 9th House of Travel and Learning, so facts and visions compete.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
22 June 2026
Verb
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As the Northern Hemisphere experiences its summer solstice, people south of the equator in the Southern Hemisphere will go through their winter solstice.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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That gives the north its longest days, while the Southern Hemisphere (which is titled away from the sun) experiences its shortest days.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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“Knows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knows. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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