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Cognizance

Noun: The state or quality of having knowledge or awareness.

Sense 1: Awareness or understanding of something.

Example sentences:

1. He nodded his head in cognizance of her argument.
2. She showed no cognizance of the danger.

Sense 2: Official notice or acknowledgement, especially by a legal authority.

Example sentences:

1. The tenant received cognizance of the eviction notice.
2. The court's cognizance of the case allowed for further investigation.

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