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know

[noh] / noʊ /




Usage

What are other ways to say know? To know something is to be aware of it as a fact or truth: He knows the basic facts of the subject. I know that he agrees with me. To comprehend is to know something thoroughly and to perceive its relationships to certain other ideas, facts, etc. To understand is to be fully aware not only of the meaning of something but also of its implications: I could comprehend all he said, but did not understand that he was joking.

Example Sentences

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“Whatever you think about my father’s policy as it relates—I always say to people, ‘You know one thing he didn’t do?

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

"We know it is not reflective of the community of Galliagh, and that this type of reckless activity is not supported by the community," the senior officer said.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

"But we know this virus and we know how to stop it."

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

Something you should know about me: I am, deeply and sincerely, a sketch comedy nerd.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

Another secret I wish I didn’t know and would rather not keep.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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