known
Americanverb
noun
verb
adjective
noun
Etymology
Origin of known
First recorded in 1300–50, for the adjective
Example Sentences
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So you just have to cross your fingers that whoever developed it did things right and the protocol is free of known vulnerabilities.
From Salon
Experts say it’s worth noting that cruise lines are often protected from short-term shifts in oil costs due to the fact that they’ve locked in pricing in advance, a process known as hedging.
From MarketWatch
The current requirement that lenders use three credit scores—known as tri-merge—is an anachronism and adds unnecessary costs to borrowers.
In South Korea, a playful green cartoon dinosaur named Dooly, known for the two small tufts of hair on his head, has been a favorite for generations.
From Science Daily
The study comes as Americans are living longer and more than 10,000 people are turning 65 every day through 2027, in a demographic bubble known as “Peak 65.”
From MarketWatch
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