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familiar

[fuh-mil-yer] / fəˈmɪl yər /




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The strikes, which the U.A.E. hasn’t publicly acknowledged, have included an attack on a refinery on Iran’s Lavan Island in the Persian Gulf, the people familiar with the matter said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

Apollo has been holding talks to sell MidCap Financial Investment Corp., which it values at roughly $3 billion, The Wall Street Journal External link reported, citing people familiar with the matter.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Psyche's view of Mars will look very different from the familiar bright images often seen from orbiters and telescopes.

From Science Daily • May 11, 2026

You are more familiar with your mind and body than anyone else, and you know when you need time to care for them.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

The time I spent in the store, getting familiar with the wares, was always the most tolerable part of my day.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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