unfamiliar
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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
It’s a Friday night happy hour at Distrito Catorce bar in Boyle Heights, and the regulars note that the crowd listening to Spanish-language jams has a few more unfamiliar faces than usual.
From Los Angeles Times • 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
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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