as in acquainted
having information especially as a result of study or experience
keeping abreast of the latest fashion trends
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Recent Examples of abreast
The Delta version has a three-class layout, with seating in economy and economy plus being five abreast, and business class having two seats on each side of the aisle.
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Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2025
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Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for abreast
Adjective
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In addition to its informative aspects, the event offers numerous opportunities for networking, Manning added, allowing the attendees to become acquainted and refer business to each other.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
23 Oct. 2025
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Caron became acquainted with NESN’s people during the 1994-95 NHL lockout, during which the network covered a number of the Pirates’ games while the Bruins weren’t playing, including a playoff series involving the Pirates and the Providence Bruins.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Ohio weather watches and warnings Stay informed.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Nov. 2025
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Michigan weather watches and warnings Stay informed.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Freep.com,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Sands said that the school was made aware of the form collecting anonymous pledges.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
12 Nov. 2025
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The act is aware of the constant online comparisons between it and KATSEYE but isn’t phased by them.—
Brooke Morrison,
Billboard,
11 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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With spoofing tools, criminals can mimic real bank phone numbers and even use AI to reproduce familiar voices.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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The common ingredients are incredible storytellers who are excited about trying to make a series that feels authentic and realistic, and maybe feels familiar, but in a way that also feels elevated and sophisticated.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Visitors can get an up-close look at these plants at Carolina Beach State Park or the Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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In the photo carousel, Kardashian shared an up-close look of both the front and back of the thong suit, which was also worn with a blue long-sleeve shirt and maroon tie.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Abreast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abreast. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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