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familiar

[fuh-mil-yer] / fəˈmɪl yər /




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A two-inch triceratops, Jerry sits behind the 6-foot-2 freshman every time the righty takes the mound, serving as a familiar — albeit tiny — face Cervantes can turn to for reassurance.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

During this visit, they became familiar with the driving simulator and other performance assessments to minimize learning effects during the study.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

The team left disappointed with what they found in northeastern Venezuela’s Orinoco Belt, according to people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

While some relief is expected over the weekend, heatwaves like these have become an increasingly familiar part of India's summers.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

“Ahem,” comes a salty, southern-tinged, vaguely familiar voice from behind me.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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