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familiar

[fuh-mil-yer] / fəˈmɪl yər /




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It's a hope rather than an expectation, but that is a feeling familiar to any English or Scottish football fan.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Every El Nino is different, but major events often follow familiar patterns.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Shotwell shares Musk’s ambitious vision for SpaceX and is unwaveringly loyal to him, people familiar with the relationship say.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

I think for some people, particularly in the UK, they’re familiar with the world that’s portrayed here.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

“The name sounds familiar, but I’m not completely sure. Could you describe him?”

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el




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