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
China has also introduced policies to prop up its domestic chip-design software makers and develop independent chip design know-how, Synopsys said.
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Dylan Butts, CNBC, 3 July 2025
As to my Excel know-how, that's still a work in progress.
—Patricia Gallagher Newberry, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Two other examples can be seen in the early digital health pioneers Babylon Health and Pear Therapeutics, which continue to highlight the difficulty of turning technological know-how into systemic change.
—William Jones, USA Today, 1 July 2025
As in many other professions, people in the airport business acquire specialized skills and specific know-how over the years.
—Judith Magyar, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Dylan Butts, CNBC, 3 July 2025
As to my Excel know-how, that's still a work in progress.
—Patricia Gallagher Newberry, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Two other examples can be seen in the early digital health pioneers Babylon Health and Pear Therapeutics, which continue to highlight the difficulty of turning technological know-how into systemic change.
—William Jones, USA Today, 1 July 2025
As in many other professions, people in the airport business acquire specialized skills and specific know-how over the years.
—Judith Magyar, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for know-how
Noun
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That input bridges the gap between operational expertise and application development, with the bonus of building a continuous improvement engine powered by those who understand the work best.—
Ed Jennings,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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In a way, the dichotomy simply reflects the challenge our team faces each day: Provide news in the moment, with expertise and precision, then add context and depth around important and complicated topics to help readers understand what is happening and why.—
Greg Borowski,
jsonline.com,
11 July 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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From our experience, there are a few major home categories to look out for when shopping for the best sales: bedding, appliances, decor, and kitchen essentials.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
8 July 2025
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Nearby, counselors track each child’s progress on individualized goals — following directions, taking turns, handling disappointment — skills that will transform their experiences when school begins again.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
8 July 2025
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“Know-how.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/know-how. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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