know-how

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One of Davis’ greatest assets was his position as lieutenant governor; that currency — incumbency and government know-how — no longer trade at the same high value.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Moreover, the conflict is becoming more drawn out, and even if it subsides there is a risk of an instable resolution where Iranian nuclear material and know-how leaks out to hostile groups around the Gulf.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 10, 2026

However, most of them didn't want to take part in her research - she believed they did not want to reveal their activities or commercial know-how to strangers.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

It "recognises the value of livestock farmers' work and protects their products, fruits of unique know-how, against a form of unfair competition," she said.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

Nearly a decade would pass before the United States regained the know-how or the will to launch espionage operations on Russian soil.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau