1
as in awareness
a state of being aware
take cognizance of what is happening
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2
as in familiarity
knowledge gained by personal experience
seemed to have no cognizance of last night's events
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Recent Examples of cognizance
The Gulf of Finland is under the cognizance of Finland (within its 12 nautical miles of territorial water), Sweden, Estonia and Russia.
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Eric Tegler, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2023
Courts must take cognizance.
—Niharika Sharma, Quartz, 29 Sep. 2021
In this scene — one of, if not the best in the film — Russell’s sweet face travels from pining to cognizance to outright fear, and just like that, Russell cements herself as a star in the making.
—Vulture, 29 Dec. 2022
Your in-the-moment cognizance of your hand’s location proves that neural signals must reach your brain extremely quickly.
—Bob Berman, Discover Magazine, 3 June 2014
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Eric Tegler, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2023
Courts must take cognizance.
—Niharika Sharma, Quartz, 29 Sep. 2021
In this scene — one of, if not the best in the film — Russell’s sweet face travels from pining to cognizance to outright fear, and just like that, Russell cements herself as a star in the making.
—Vulture, 29 Dec. 2022
Your in-the-moment cognizance of your hand’s location proves that neural signals must reach your brain extremely quickly.
—Bob Berman, Discover Magazine, 3 June 2014
See all Example Sentences for cognizance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cognizance
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Perception: situational awareness of the vehicle surroundings including obstacles and other racecars is especially important in multi-car races.Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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Celebrities are donating to relief funds, production companies are offering aid, and events are shifting focus to raise awareness and money for recovery efforts.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 16 Jan. 2025
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At the very least, online learning presents a free opportunity to expand your familiarity with the tech around AI.Chris Westfall, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Now, that familiarity with volleyball is serving a new purpose — serving, get it?Sam Corbin, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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Quarterback Matthew Stafford said that the Vikings were receiving the Rams’ full attention while the Rams were at the team’s facility in Woodland Hills.Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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While most of the attention will fall on what the president-elect is doing, some scrutiny may fall on Biden’s transition out of office, including on how his team handles classified documents.Washington Examiner Staff, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 9 Jan. 2025
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One member of the r/dementia Subreddit, who requested not to be identified out of respect for her father’s privacy, told me that, about a decade ago, her father had been an avid emailer and used a site called Friends Reunited to recall the past and reconnect with old acquaintances.Talia Barrington, The Atlantic, 7 Jan. 2025
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It's given you copious amounts of opportunity to reconnect with friends and acquaintances.Kyle Thomas, People.com, 5 Jan. 2025
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That can include taking short walks, eating a healthy diet, deep breathing or other mindfulness practices, and trying to get at least seven hours of sleep when possible.3 Seek professional help.Kimanzi Constable, Parents, 9 Jan. 2025
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Those who've embraced the cold water craze — be that in a frigid lake, the ocean, or an ice bath — frequently describe powerful, even transformative effects on their state of mind and sense of wellbeing: mindfulness, mental strength, alertness, exhilaration are other advantages added to the list.Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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He’s had some good experiences around a lot of good guys.Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2025
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While the measures are intended to enhance safety, their impact on Norway’s thriving cruise industry—particularly winter cruises—could be substantial, raising questions about how operators will adapt to ensure both safety and smooth experiences for passengers.David Nikel, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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Anaphylaxis requires prompt medical attention; its symptoms include throat swelling, difficulty breathing, a sudden drop in blood pressure and loss of consciousness.Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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That breeds sticking power in the national consciousness.Chris Branch, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Cognizance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cognizance. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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