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unfamiliar

[uhn-fuh-mil-yer] / ˌʌn fəˈmɪl yər /




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This outbreak is being caused by the Bundibugyo species of Ebola – it is one of three species known to cause outbreaks but is relatively unfamiliar.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

I understand that this is unfamiliar territory for a lot of us.

From Slate • May 13, 2026

Travel often combines unfamiliar surroundings with relaxing experiences.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

Even without giving speeches or interviews, Powell will introduce an unfamiliar dynamic by sitting in the room as those debates unfold.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Not only was it unfamiliar, but it felt tainted, as if we intended to pull something over on James.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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