knew
Americanverb
verb
Example Sentences
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"I obviously knew him a little bit as he'd see me about as an academy coach, but quickly you realised he had really good ability," added Carden.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Two years ago, I started renting my own one-bedroom that I knew I’d be able to stay in for at least five years.
From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026
But in July 2025, as Trump faced questions about his relationship with Epstein, whom he knew socially, the Justice Department closed its investigation into Epstein’s alleged crimes and said no such client list existed.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
The trip’s travelers presumably knew what that meant.
From Salon • May 29, 2026
I knew it would be, hands down, better than anything Jonah would give him.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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