Know
Know verb - To have a clear idea of.
Usage example: I think I know what you're trying to say
Mistake
Mistake verb - To fail to understand the true or actual meaning of.
Usage example: the auctioneer mistook my nod for a bid, and I ended up buying a painting I don't even like
Common collocations
Both words in one sentence
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Averted in the series based on the books, where those who don't know her mistake Sookie for stupid, but those close to her know she hears thoughts.
Source: Skepticism Failure - If you made a mistake and didn't know, you would never know you made one and could've possibly been trying for hours.
Source: Guide Dang It / Other -
The Russians know about Scarecrow but know so little about him that they once mistake Amanda for him.
Source: Overt Operative
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