I've knowed that kid since he didn't have muscle enough to pull a gun 'less he took both hands to th' job.
I've known that kid since before he could draw a gun, he's my nephew.
mnli hypothesis: I've known that kid since before he could draw a gun, he's my nephew. premise: I've knowed that kid since he didn't have muscle enough to pull a gun 'less he took both hands to th' job.