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know-how

[noh-hou] / ˈnoʊˌhaʊ /


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But even with more investment they would still struggle with the lack of know-how, he believes.

From BBC Jul. 4, 2026

But he’s bootstrapped himself into intelligence and with savvy networking and know-how, he becomes indispensable to the British, volunteering as a major to survey land and negotiate treaties with the Native tribes and French army.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 2, 2026

The ex-miner is using his know-how to rescue others in the same situation as Canonico.

From Barron's Jul. 1, 2026

I don’t think we’re headed into a new world where human judgment, moral reasoning, empathy and know-how have no economic value.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 28, 2026

She made her own way instead, using a combination of magic and know-how and common sense.

From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill




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