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as in to understand
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 to see
to have a clear idea of
I think I know what you're trying to say
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as in information
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Recent Examples of know
Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Aug. 2025
Now, residents can get in the know through presentations being held throughout the county.
—Debra Skodack, Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2025
Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
Here’s what else voters need to know before Tuesday’s election.
—Josh Bergeron, Charlotte Observer, 7 Sep. 2025
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Verb
However, Green Bay has been mentioned by many different people in the know as a possible Parsons destination.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Aug. 2025
Now, residents can get in the know through presentations being held throughout the county.
—Debra Skodack, Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2025
Noun
Sherpani Meridian 22-inch Carry-on The travel brand Sherpani, known for its anti-theft crossbody bags and convertible backpacks, is hosting a huge Amazon sale, with some of its best-selling commuter and travel bags currently listed at 40 percent off.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
Here’s what else voters need to know before Tuesday’s election.
—Josh Bergeron, Charlotte Observer, 7 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for know
Verb
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Your smartphone's voice assistant struggles to understand your accent but works perfectly for others.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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While parenting responsibilities are widely understood and sometimes better supported in the workplace, senior care still has a long way to go, Zlotsky said.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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The league could void the Clippers-Leonard contract and order the forfeiture of first-round picks, a penalty experienced by the Minnesota Timberwolves when they were found to have circumvented the cap to sign Joe Smith.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The suit found at least 8,445 defendants experienced a delay of 30 days or more in obtaining counsel for trials since 2019.—
MARGARET SHREINER,
jsonline.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Lerner says some customers see savings of 30 to 50 percent in their first month.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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This announcement came as a bit of a shock, given The Vampire Diaries actor and Olympic gold medalist had been seen holding hands at an outdoor market as recently as August 31.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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The other five were charged with felony resisting arrest, and four are facing an additional charge of giving false information to law enforcement, officials said.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Kaivan Shroff, a 2024 delegate for Harris, said the former vice president has the right to tell the story of her campaign, as does Biden, who has conducted a few interviews and speeches since leaving office.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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Kirk, a prominent voice in culture wars on college campuses, hosts a daily radio show and podcast, The Charlie Kirk Show, which ranks among the top 10 on Apple News’ list of top podcasts and has a strong Gen Z fan base.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Gasly has regularly stressed his faith in Alpine this season despite its lack of performance on the track, recognizing the long-term vision in place.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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The Republican president insisted that his tough talk didn't contradict his fixation on being recognized for diplomatic efforts, saying peace must be made from a position of strength.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Another police officer arrived at the scene and shot at Tom, and the injured officer was airlifted to a nearby hospital to undergo surgery.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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The stadium itself will undergo redevelopment starting next year, to finish in 2029.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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That way, when you are accepted, you are accepted voluntarily, because people appreciate you and respect you and want you, not because you have been shoved down their throats.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Originally from Ohio, Howard would whisper-speak his lectures to a crowded room, describing with fatigued superiority people (including his family) who couldn’t properly appreciate Nijinsky.—
Rivka Galchen,
New Yorker,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Know.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/know. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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