as in to introduce
to impart knowledge of a new thing or situation to
the task of accustoming new recruits to shipboard life
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Recent Examples of accustom
These days, pure nationalism appears not to resonate so much with Chinese consumers accustomed to making their own personal consumption choices.
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Chan Ho-Him, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
For people accustomed to the idea that nature was eternal and unchanging, Holmes observes, the idea of extinction was profoundly troubling.
—Kathryn Schulz, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
The Patriots got accustomed to losing last season under Jerod Mayo.
—Doug Kyed, Hartford Courant, 9 Feb. 2026
For leaders accustomed to planning around outages and diesel deliveries, the prospect of steady on-site power may feel overdue.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
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Chan Ho-Him, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
For people accustomed to the idea that nature was eternal and unchanging, Holmes observes, the idea of extinction was profoundly troubling.
—Kathryn Schulz, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
The Patriots got accustomed to losing last season under Jerod Mayo.
—Doug Kyed, Hartford Courant, 9 Feb. 2026
For leaders accustomed to planning around outages and diesel deliveries, the prospect of steady on-site power may feel overdue.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accustom
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Lanson Place answered the call in 2005 as one of Hong Kong’s first boutique hotels, introducing a more intimate, residential-style approach to luxury.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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All four companies have taken steps to improve safety, including by introducing parental controls tools, adding privacy settings for young users, increasing content restrictions and offering options to limit notifications or time spent scrolling.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
22 Feb. 2026
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Bowers also recommends that residents familiarize themselves with nearby freestanding ERs before an emergency occurs.—
Joan Murray,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Before starting seeds, familiarize yourself with all the specific requirements of each seed.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Jan. 2026
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The practice was particularly used by patrolling troops during World War II, according to Smith, who has educated himself in the sport’s long history.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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Jackson’s advocacy brought him to the Bay Area on many occasions to support local issues, meet and educate young people and speak to local leaders and organizations.—
Laura A. Oda,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
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In an interview, Salinas’ sister, 50-year-old Paulette Salinas, described her brother as kindhearted, family-oriented and deeply rooted in the church and community.—
Adrienne Davis,
jsonline.com,
19 Feb. 2026
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Although the paintings are quite large — close to full scale — the views rarely encompass the rooms’ full height, preventing a viewer from feeling subconsciously oriented and anchored in the visual space.—
Benjamin Lima,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Accustom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accustom. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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