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adverb

ˈhau̇ How to pronounce how (audio)
Definition of hownext
as in where
in what manner or way how and where did you meet each other? if you show me precisely how this is confusing, I would be happy to explain

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noun

as in method
the means or procedure for doing something the environmental activist eagerly launched into an explanation of the hows and whys of developing renewable energy sources

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Recent Examples of how
Adverb
The framework used for this year’s pilot course, which was distributed last summer, included an examination of intersectionality, which considers how different identities combine to impact someone’s experience - such as being Black and female. — Laura Meckler, Anchorage Daily News, 10 Feb. 2023 The show aims to continue Hagendorf’s mission of bridging the gap between artists and fans sharing inspiring stories, with musicians and non-musician guests discussing how music has influenced their lives. — Michele Amabile Angermiller, Variety, 10 Feb. 2023 At the event, Henningsen will discuss the six motivations people principally have when flirting and share how the nature of flirting creates the potential for miscommunication, organizers said. — Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2023 And how would an educational institution enforce a ChatGPT ban? — John Villasenor, Scientific American, 10 Feb. 2023 See All Example Sentences for how
Recent Examples of Synonyms for how
  1. where
  2. method
  3. approach
  4. way
  5. strategy
  6. methodology
  7. technique
  8. manner
Adverb
  • The money-where-his-mouth-is progressive has been a constant contributor to Democrats over the years like Joe Biden, Gavin Newsom and Barack Obama.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Money poured in from as far away as Singapore, Taiwan and Australia, according to a class-action lawsuit filed in July against Wells Fargo, where Beasley had an attorney trust account to hold and disburse client money.
    — Lizzie Johnson, Anchorage Daily News, 5 Feb. 2023
Definition of where
Noun
  • Google and Microsoft followed suit soon after, further propelling the log-in method into the mainstream consciousness.
    — Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • But the resemblance between the two groups’ methods now seems merely skin-deep.
    — Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of method
Noun
  • Such approaches, known as adoptive cell therapies, are already being investigated for other cancers.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Boston Dynamics’ approach focuses on improving the connection between engineering and manufacturing, with faster component production and assembly intended to support more rapid development.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of approach
Noun
  • As the business has grown, Nouri’s customers increasingly look for more ways to express their personal style on their wedding day.
    — Madison Collins, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Someone who has regarded filmmaking as a mysterious occupation might begin to see a way into it.
    — Philip Martin, Arkansas Online, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of way
Noun
  • Saujet developed its brand strategy and creative expression in partnership with Studio ALIFFI, founded by former chief brand officer of Neiman Marcus Nabil Aliffi.
    — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • This work evidences both a moral courage and brash authority on Simon’s part and speaks to the deep ethical complexity of her concerns and strategies as an artist.
    — Stephanie Wambugu, Vulture, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of strategy
Noun
  • This methodology could underestimate El Niño’s potential impact, Bernstein said.
    — John Lippert, Chicago Tribune, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The company said that, as long as Varda and its customers have access to microgravity, the shipping methodology — much like shipping on Earth — should not matter, and Varda aims to make the experience that seamless for its customers.
    — Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of methodology
Noun
  • The approach allows manufacturing techniques to evolve alongside the robot’s mechanical design.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Founded in 2013 by Rachel Mansur and Floriana Gavriel, Mansur Gavriel is known for its elevated products with a focus on material, technique and shape.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of technique
Noun
  • Rather, to live under platform capitalism is to recognize the disturbing manner in which human need has been redescribed as algorithmic entanglement.
    — Eugenie Brinkema, ARTnews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
  • After all, rural communities rely heavily on that gubmint for all manner of necessary goods, from aid to farmers to our regional hospital, itself on life support as Medicaid funding drops.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2026
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“How.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/how. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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