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as in intimacy
the state of being in a very personal or private relationship
the elderly couple enjoys a familiarity that is the result of many years of happy marriage
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as in offence
a socially improper or unsuitable act or remark
placing his hand on my shoulder was just one familiarity by the car salesman that I did not appreciate
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as in acquaintance
knowledge gained by personal experience
the restaurant critic's considerable familiarity with restaurant kitchens should stand her in good stead
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Recent Examples of familiarity
Through his note-taking and familiarity with this type of program, Thakkar developed three simple core values that will define his program — connection, toughness and competitive excellence.
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Emma Moon, Charlotte Observer, 7 Aug. 2025
Landman already had familiarity with some elements of the Rams’ defensive structure from his time playing for the Atlanta Falcons.
—Dan Greenspan, Denver Post, 4 Aug. 2025
Making a splash in fashion and interiors this season, dill green delivers the perfect blend of casual familiarity and crisp sophistication.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 July 2025
After looking at lighter and darker variations of the color and considering how homeowners live in their spaces, the #1 DIY paint brand selected this versatile hue as their 9th annual Color of the Year for its usability and familiarity.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 30 July 2025
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Emma Moon, Charlotte Observer, 7 Aug. 2025
Landman already had familiarity with some elements of the Rams’ defensive structure from his time playing for the Atlanta Falcons.
—Dan Greenspan, Denver Post, 4 Aug. 2025
Making a splash in fashion and interiors this season, dill green delivers the perfect blend of casual familiarity and crisp sophistication.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 July 2025
After looking at lighter and darker variations of the color and considering how homeowners live in their spaces, the #1 DIY paint brand selected this versatile hue as their 9th annual Color of the Year for its usability and familiarity.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for familiarity
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Why The Nest off-grid retreat lives up to its name The name The Nest was chosen for the sense of shelter, intimacy and belonging it conveys, themes that guided both the architecture and the experience.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Like the film that inspired it, the book circles intimacy, illusion, blondes and brunettes, the psychic architecture of Los Angeles.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Aug. 2025
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When the bout starts, stress feels like an old acquaintance, not a threat.—
Aslak de Silva,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Song was discovered by an acquaintance inside a car in a residential complex in Yongin, just south of Seoul, around 8 a.m., according to police and local reports.—
Sara Merican,
Deadline,
4 Aug. 2025
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The late couple’s house has become a museum with their furniture, photos, belongings and period furnishings that are still on display.—
Michele Herrmann,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Generally, flood insurance is a separate policy that covers damage to a person's home and belongings.—
Sarah Volpenhein,
jsonline.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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What’s the most common mistake people make when trying to recreate the Honey Deuce at home?—
Emily Cappiello,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Austin Jackson told reporters last month that the players were behind the decision to run laps after committing penalties or mental mistakes in practice.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
14 Aug. 2025
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Created and executive produced by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Tim Minear, 9-1-1 explores the high-pressure experiences of first responders — including police officers, firefighters and dispatchers — who are thrust into the most frightening and shocking conditions.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
13 Aug. 2025
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The winner will have the ability to choose from several Disney experiences including; Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Aulani, or a Disney Cruise Line vacation.—
Gabrielle Chenault,
The Tennessean,
13 Aug. 2025
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Stalter was a mega Girls fan and had felt a kinship with Dunham through the screen.—
Anna Peele,
Rolling Stone,
10 July 2025
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Each work—a torch in the dark—guides us, casting light on kinships unthought,revealing the art of becoming with the Earth.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Over the past decade, the legendary team was known for tragic blunders regarding decision making and communication.—
Nelson Espinal,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 July 2025
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In total, Bonilla will walk away with a $29.8 million payday because of Wilpon’s blunder.—
Allen Kim,
CNN Money,
1 July 2025
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One 2025 study indicated that facial recognition tools had higher error rates for adults with Down syndrome.—
Janice Gassam Asare,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The error range for this method is 3% to 4%.4 Bio-electrical Impedance: a measurement method using the speed of a low-level electrical current to determine a person's body composition.—
Patty Weasler,
Verywell Health,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Familiarity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/familiarity. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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