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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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
Chandler Rome, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Everyone knows about LeBron James, Steph Curry and those top-level superstars.
—Joe Kozlowski, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
That’s flat out a controllable that our team knows that keeps you from winning.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Everyone knows how to play chess and putting that in her emotional storyline was really cool and powerful.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
But as the American Federation of Government Employees knows, the worst is yet to come.
—Tiana Lowe Doescher, The Washington Examiner, 31 Oct. 2025
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts knows the stakes are high.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
Everyone knows that some form of Hamas—skinned of the top echelon of its leadership—has survived and rules the parts of Gaza that Israel never fully occupied.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 26 Oct. 2025
Tilz Collection Herbs and Spices Advent Calendar Every chef knows that a meal isn’t complete without spices, and your family’s favorite cook will love this spread of premium spices.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2025
Verb
Bo knows Before Game 6, Bichette strayed from a script every player reads in their platform year.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Everyone knows about LeBron James, Steph Curry and those top-level superstars.
—Joe Kozlowski, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
That’s flat out a controllable that our team knows that keeps you from winning.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Everyone knows how to play chess and putting that in her emotional storyline was really cool and powerful.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
But as the American Federation of Government Employees knows, the worst is yet to come.
—Tiana Lowe Doescher, The Washington Examiner, 31 Oct. 2025
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts knows the stakes are high.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
Everyone knows that some form of Hamas—skinned of the top echelon of its leadership—has survived and rules the parts of Gaza that Israel never fully occupied.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 26 Oct. 2025
Tilz Collection Herbs and Spices Advent Calendar Every chef knows that a meal isn’t complete without spices, and your family’s favorite cook will love this spread of premium spices.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knows
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Even if no one understands the movie reference, this is still a fun look for Halloween night.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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Landau understands and supports not just Bruce’s vision but Bruce himself, which is how Nebraska, so bleak and bewitching, eventually emerges into the world.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
24 Oct. 2025
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Every Jono Pandolfi piece is hand-thrown and undergoes a unique production process, and Jono and his team are constantly experimenting with new glazes, techniques, and forms.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
29 Oct. 2025
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This material then undergoes chemical treatment, where Lithion’s process extracts and refines up to 95 percent of battery materials and 98 percent of critical minerals for reuse in new batteries.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Oct. 2025
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King Charles hosted the event, which recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions to the community.—
Anna Lazarus Caplan,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
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While a regular trackpad responds only to simple taps, the Trackpad Pro detects different levels of force, recognizes gestures, and delivers a consistent zero-latency response across its entire surface.—
Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
4 Nov. 2025
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Currently, there is no information on the containment of the fire and the cause of it is still undetermined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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This story has been updated with additional information.—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Daniel also has and continues to be involved in podcasting at the newspaper.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
5 Nov. 2025
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Meanwhile, Emerald has no need for men, using a sperm donor to create her perfect family of high-achieving triplets.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Microsoft, which celebrated its 50th birthday in April, now sees opportunities to boost its governance.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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Despite a local Taiwanese series that covered similar territory, OMG co-founder and CEO Steve Chicorel sees opportunity rather than obstacle.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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From hosting their own cooking shows, to forming a community cheer squad, to picking up painting and exhibiting their work, life at The Vi is a gateway to experiences many residents never even imagined.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
31 Oct. 2025
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Although separated by time, each experiences similar emotions – first love, rebellion and family tensions.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Remembering is the first step toward coherence — and coherence is the foundation of everything that endures.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Oct. 2025
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Pairing these vehicles with a clear philanthropic strategy ensures your giving addresses root causes and endures for generations.—
William Jarvis,
Fortune,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Knows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knows. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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