as in expertise
knowledge gained by actually doing or living through something
you'll gain some practical know-how in this auto mechanics class
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Recent Examples of know-how
These names are not explicitly identified as intelligence assets in the Treasury network, but an adversary with the time and know-how could use the Treasury data, possibly in concert with other information, to discover classified identities, the officials indicated.
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Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 12 Feb. 2025
Maison specializes in turn-key design, and the team’s extensive technical and project management know-how means that clients can trust that their home is in good hands.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 10 Feb. 2025
This work-around is more expensive and requires more technical know-how than accessing the model through DeepSeek’s app or website.
—Zeyi Yang, WIRED, 31 Jan. 2025
Another decade on and still thriving—and now, luckily for Houstonians, with an office in the Woodlands—Plasencia is a pro with the experience and know-how to bring a contemporary home to life.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 30 Jan. 2025
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Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 12 Feb. 2025
Maison specializes in turn-key design, and the team’s extensive technical and project management know-how means that clients can trust that their home is in good hands.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 10 Feb. 2025
This work-around is more expensive and requires more technical know-how than accessing the model through DeepSeek’s app or website.
—Zeyi Yang, WIRED, 31 Jan. 2025
Another decade on and still thriving—and now, luckily for Houstonians, with an office in the Woodlands—Plasencia is a pro with the experience and know-how to bring a contemporary home to life.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 30 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for know-how
Noun
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Each of the supporting companies brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table, ensuring that ame pippin will have the resources and support needed to succeed.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2025
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These collaborations create a virtuous cycle: Industry partners gain access to cutting-edge resources and expertise to commercialize new products, while national labs gain insights into real-world needs that can shape future national research priorities.—
Seth Darling,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Rather, let your achievements and skills be the standout feature of your resume, not the design.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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Employers want to see proof of your skills, not just hear about them.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The goal of public safety is to ensure the safest possible experience for spectators.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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There is love of place, love of the future one envisions, love of the experiences that a person has had.—
Colin Fleming,
New York Daily News,
14 Feb. 2025
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