acquaintance
Example Sentences
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Around a dozen women gathered in a workshop to paint miniature art scenes on glass or paper, which they sell through social media or to acquaintances.
From Barron's
Now I barely think twice before sharing my whereabouts with family, acquaintances and co-workers.
It also refutes any suggestion of bias, saying Ahmed had a "limited professional acquaintance" with Stock.
From BBC
Hafsa, a mental health student, was spurred to act after an acquaintance delayed seeking medical help for their child, meaning the youth's condition deteriorated by the time they sought help.
From Barron's
Children ran around without a care as neighbors caught up with acquaintances old and new.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
