knew
Americanverb
verb
Example Sentences
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But the transcript of Estelle’s interview, which was provided to ProPublica by her attorney, makes clear that the agency had flagged her for special scrutiny and that officers knew her voting history.
From Salon • May 14, 2026
Markets that had been panicking recovered once they knew the Fed would stand behind them.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
We already knew, in a way, where it was going, so we had the privilege of understanding the arc of the bigger picture for “The Boys.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
"There was so much unknown, and getting those comments made it hard. I think that love and support that I knew was truly heartfelt is what got me through those seven days."
From BBC • May 13, 2026
Maggie was the most geographically challenged person she knew, but she associated the general area with the Osage and Delaware.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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