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 Experts say aircraft and drones are among the potential areas where North Korea might seek to acquire Russian technology and know-how. Arkansas Online, 28 Mar. 2025 Experts say aircraft and drones are among the potential areas in which North Korea might seek to acquire Russian technology and know-how. Kim Tong-Hyung, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2025 But bringing food from France to the U.S. takes some finesse and know-how. Lanee Lee, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025 Antonio had years of experience and know-how in his favour. Daniel Taylor, The Athletic, 21 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for know-how
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Noun
  • Walmart has built superior expertise in distribution, Procter & Gamble in consumer marketing, and Nvidia in graphics processing unit (GPU) design.
    Bobby Yerramilli-Rao, John Corwin, Harvard Business Review, 31 Mar. 2025
  • Throughout his career, Robinson made an effort to sharpen his skills and increase his market value for employers, like by getting an MBA, earning nine certifications and eventually focusing his expertise in artificial intelligence — just as AI skills have become more in-demand and more lucrative.
    Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Rather, let your achievements and skills be the standout feature of your resume, not the design.
    Sho Dewan, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
  • Employers want to see proof of your skills, not just hear about them.
    Sho Dewan, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Sachs spoke at that event, appearing and sounding emotional on stage while eulogizing the young officer, a military veteran who had about two years of experience on the police force.
    Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 15 Apr. 2025
  • What began as a membership club has facilitated 1,000+ job placements and helped members secure over $800,000 in funding while building partnerships with global brands like Apple, Nike, and L'Oréal. Also driven by personal experience is Ba Linh Le, 28.
    Brianne Garrett, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025

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