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Beyond your ken

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Not LiteralPlay
Understand it's figurative, meaning limited understanding, not actual physical distance or visibility. SlideThe reasons for his decision were beyond my ken.
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Rarely UsedPlay
Know it's not common in everyday conversation, but found in literature or formal contexts. SlideHer mastery of the subject was beyond my ken.
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Intangible ConceptsPlay
Used for abstract ideas or complex topics, not simple, concrete items. SlideThe philosopher’s theories are beyond my ken.