: knowledge of how to do something smoothly and efficiently : expertise
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you'll gain some practical know-how in this auto mechanics class
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Existential threat? Nicolas Gauthier, fashion chief information and tech innovation officer at Chanel, said luxury brands must proceed with care in order to safeguard their intellectual property and know-how, but above all to preserve their aura.
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Joelle Diderich, WWD, 9 Jan. 2025
This know-how extends to understanding how to create sufficient space to get a shot away, even when receiving a cross or pass in the tightest of corners.
—Richard Sutcliffe, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
Peter Jefferson left him an expert surveyor’s know-how.
—Sara Georgini, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025
Former legislators often have connections and know-how that can help public institutions gain funding and support from state lawmakers, Okahana said.
—Ian Hodgson, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2025
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Joelle Diderich, WWD, 9 Jan. 2025
This know-how extends to understanding how to create sufficient space to get a shot away, even when receiving a cross or pass in the tightest of corners.
—Richard Sutcliffe, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
Peter Jefferson left him an expert surveyor’s know-how.
—Sara Georgini, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025
Former legislators often have connections and know-how that can help public institutions gain funding and support from state lawmakers, Okahana said.
—Ian Hodgson, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Know-how.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/know-how. Accessed 19 Jan. 2025.
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