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
Critics say that’s a recipe for disaster because only a handful of large states like Florida, Texas and California have the organizational know-how or financial capability to respond to major disasters.
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Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 3 June 2025
He’s got a great know-how on the ice and has shown an ability to make an impact both with top players with Frolunda or as more of a go-to guy with a Finnish national team that lacks that.
—Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 29 May 2025
Synopsys has said the Chinese government has put in place policies that favor its own companies and has backed investment funds while looking to develop independent chip design know-how.
—Jordan Novet, CNBC, 29 May 2025
However, with a bit of know-how and the right growing conditions, even beginning gardeners can grow these challenging vegetables to enjoy their delicious homegrown flavors.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 May 2025
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Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 3 June 2025
He’s got a great know-how on the ice and has shown an ability to make an impact both with top players with Frolunda or as more of a go-to guy with a Finnish national team that lacks that.
—Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 29 May 2025
Synopsys has said the Chinese government has put in place policies that favor its own companies and has backed investment funds while looking to develop independent chip design know-how.
—Jordan Novet, CNBC, 29 May 2025
However, with a bit of know-how and the right growing conditions, even beginning gardeners can grow these challenging vegetables to enjoy their delicious homegrown flavors.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for know-how
Noun
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In fact, small businesses may stand to benefit even more from external expertise, especially when resources, time, and experience are limited.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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The city is often criticized for lacking the depth of liquidity and industry expertise from investment analysts to accommodate such transactions.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
5 June 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
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Affected partners are receiving 60 days' notice, Laura Falko, Broadcom’s head of global partner programs, marketing, and experience, told The Register.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
2 June 2025
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To have experiences with other people that were one of a kind and completely exciting and unique and engaging and revealing.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
2 June 2025
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“Know-how.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/know-how. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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