To know of, to have heard of meaning in English
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Definition
to know of, to hear of (someone): to be familiar with, to be aware of, to recognize (someone)
Examples
- "My name's John and I'm calling from the National Investment Institute, have you heard of us?"
- "Have you ever heard of a Website called "Krazy Gidyeon's Perfume Warehouse.com"?"
- "Maybe you've heard of Xavier Del-"
- "Never heard of them!"
- "Maybe you've heard of us?"
- "Caroline : I understand your concern, which is why you'll be surprised and, I hope, pleased to hear of our plans."
- "But seriously, have you heard of psychometric testing, Luna?"
- "Perhaps you've heard of me?"
- "Bruno : Haven't you heard of Delavigne perfumes?"
- "Tell me, have you ever heard of Diddly Scott?"
- "Brian : Well, sir, I'm sure you already know of Horatio Oléré, the head of our Research and Development department - Delavigne's "Nose"."
- "But I've never heard of Brenda Fontsensons."
- "Have you heard of me?"
- "Do you know of any babysitters who might be available to work afternoons and nights?"
- "I'm sure you already know of Horatio Oléré, the head of our Research and Development department, and Delavigne's "Nose"."
- "Moira : Lance, I've heard of this sort of thing happening at middle schools and even high schools, but at a primary school?"
- "I've done a quick calculation of the replacement parts necessary, and the cost would be significantly less than the purchase of a new bicycle, especially since I know of a place where I can get parts second-hand."
- "Polly : Mr. Warbuckle, I'm sure you have already heard of Philip Cheeter, our dedicated director of sales."
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