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Which is correct,or sounds more natural?
1. This word is known by many people.
2. This word is known to many people.
Which is correct,or sounds more natural?
1. This word is known by many people.
2. This word is known to many people.
1. This word is known by many people.
2. This word is known to many people.
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By. "To" has the same meaning, but it's only used in a few special phrases in modern English, like "known to mankind" or "known to science".
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