Hows are often asked at the start of interviews.

I found an old how to on fixing radios in my grandfather's attic.

The Howes arrived early to set up the picnic before the rain started.

Professor Howes examined the ancient manuscripts before the lecture.

I greeted my neighbor with a smile and said, 'how's it going,' as I passed by his garden.

I saw my old college roommate at the cafe and, with a grin, I casually said, "how's it hanging?"

Long time no see — how's life treating you these days?

Hey Maria, how's things going with your new job?

Hey Maria, it's been a while—how's everything with your art studio and the new cat?

I bumped into Mark at the market and asked, 'how's tricks?' before we grabbed coffee.