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with full awareness and intention
- The driver knowingly broke the speed limit despite the warning signs.
- She knowingly ignored the risks involved in the project.
- They knowingly withheld information from the authorities.
- I have never knowingly made a false statement during my career.
- They knowingly ignored the warnings before proceeding with the plan.
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in a way that shows hidden understanding or secret awareness
- Ana smiled knowingly when I mentioned the surprise party.
- He gave me a knowingly raised eyebrow after the joke.
- They exchanged knowingly glances across the room.
- The teacher looked knowingly at the students who had finished early.
- She nodded knowingly, as if she understood something unspoken.