familiarize

Example Sentences

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A frontline unit fired the missiles as part of an exercise familiarizing the troops with executing nuclear attack orders, the agency said.

From Seattle Times

In a previous hearing, Walter said he was opposed to a mistrial, suggesting at one point that Pratt familiarize himself with the trial exhibits.

From Los Angeles Times

In his free time, he began familiarizing himself with the studio’s equipment and practiced taking pictures with a still camera.

From New York Times

“We must familiarize ourselves with our historical and contemporary art in order to understand and know ourselves.”

From Los Angeles Times

But since adolescence, I’ve wanted to experience as many books as possible, to familiarize myself with, as Matthew Arnold’s catchphrase goes, the best that has been thought and said.

From Washington Post