1.   He works repairing streets, and knows the ropes when it comes to safety.

2.   People who shop at thrift stores regularly know the ropes.

3.   The best way to learn is to spend some time with someone who knows the ropes.

4.   The moment she got to know the ropes, there was no stopping her.

5.   Although most night exercisers are serious regulars who know the ropes, a gym trainer is around for consultation.

6.   And why hide from knowing the ropes?

7.   A critic of Washington big-money politics, Schiliro nonetheless knows the ropes.

8.   Judd decides to defend him but she needs someone who knows the ropes in a military trial.

9.   Judd decides to defend him, but she needs someone who knows the ropes in a military trial.

10.   Lieberman is one of the most respected members of Congress because he knows the ropes and has a solid reputation for morale rectitude.