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Rule "also know (known)"

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Description: also know (known)
Message: Did you mean known?
Category: Possible Typo (ID: TYPOS)
Link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Lists_of_common_misspellings/Grammar_and_Misc
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • He is also know as the first Chechen writer.
    Correction suggestion: known
  • He is also best know for his work around architecture.
    Correction suggestion: known
Correct sentences
for comparison:
  • He is also known for his beautiful mustache.
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Check the following text against just this rule:

ID: ALSO_KNOW [1]
Version: 6.5-SNAPSHOT (2024-04-24 22:33:07 +0200)