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familiar

[fuh-mil-yer] / fəˈmɪl yər /




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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 deal puzzled numerous energy investors familiar with the project, which aims to build the first major new oil refinery in the U.S. in about 50 years.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

The company is weighing significant cuts to what it charges for tokens, the unit of measurement artificial-intelligence firms use to bill for their products, according to people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Ballas described the number of new elements on this year's show as "quite extraordinary", but added that it will still feel familiar to viewers.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

I’m taller than him now, but it still feels familiar.

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




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