Example Sentences

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When asked about Monfils' impact on the game, Djokovic, who has known the Frenchman since they were 13, described him as "one of my favourite players to watch" as well as praising his off-court personality.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

“For him, counterterrorism is kinetic and it’s against one type of enemy: the jihadist enemy,” said an associate who has known Gorka for two decades.

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

It was an entertaining Elite Eight clash that was brought to you by two coaches who staged, like up-and-coming chefs, under two of the greatest leaders the sports world has known.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

“Our investors, this group that holds the capital in the world, has known that for years. So there is no new news.”

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Jeffrey has known from an early age that the worst possible thing he can do to me is to touch my drum stuff.

From "Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie" by Jordan Sonnenblick