1
as in to inform
to give information to
the general's day-to-day duties included familiarizing the president on international developments
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as in to introduce
to impart knowledge of a new thing or situation to
one office worker is assigned with the task of familiarizing new staffers with the use of electronic equipment around the office
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Recent Examples of familiarize
There wasn’t much time to familiarize yourselves with the 2025 TSSAA football season.
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Tyler Palmateer, The Tennessean, 22 Aug. 2025
These provide an in-depth view of customer touchpoints from start to finish, enabling organizations to deeply familiarize themselves with customer motivations.
—Gary Drenik, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
That also had a huge effect in familiarizing the public with their plight.
—Kevin Dickinson, Big Think, 20 Aug. 2025
As Switzer familiarized himself with the team, at the same time, some players took advantage of the new environment.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 19 Aug. 2025
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Tyler Palmateer, The Tennessean, 22 Aug. 2025
These provide an in-depth view of customer touchpoints from start to finish, enabling organizations to deeply familiarize themselves with customer motivations.
—Gary Drenik, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
That also had a huge effect in familiarizing the public with their plight.
—Kevin Dickinson, Big Think, 20 Aug. 2025
As Switzer familiarized himself with the team, at the same time, some players took advantage of the new environment.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 19 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for familiarize
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For Zirk, informing the public is vital in ensuring the region does not become overlooked.—
Madison Beveridge,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Sep. 2025
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The page informs interested parties of the club’s intentions before asking for email addresses.—
Christopher Tremoglie,
The Washington Examiner,
25 Sep. 2025
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The congressional resolution introduced by Democratic senators will require legislative review and potential voting to determine whether military strikes against drug trafficking boats should continue.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Sep. 2025
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The White House did introduce additional 25% tariffs on all Indian imports in response to New Delhi's continued purchases of Russian oil and military goods.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
22 Sep. 2025
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They’re known as a group of antiheroes who take matters into their own hands, despite what the world’s governments advise.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
27 Sep. 2025
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Responses to the post quickly advised the mother against speaking to the other parent in favor of keeping her daughter’s trust.—
Latoya Gayle,
PEOPLE,
27 Sep. 2025
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One to educate ourselves truly on what this does mean for our state.—
Cristina LaRue,
Arkansas Online,
24 Sep. 2025
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Taking the time to educate yourself on colorectal health is vital.—
Claire Dodds,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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Kelly opened her speech by telling the students that Charlie Kirk had been really looking forward to coming to this event.—
Amy DeLaura,
The Washington Examiner,
25 Sep. 2025
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During tribal council, the Kele Tribe told host Jeff Probst that the decision was based on keeping the tribe strong.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
25 Sep. 2025
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Without a doubt, egg salad is something that Southerners are well-acquainted with.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
26 Sep. 2025
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The Broncos are well-acquainted with Burrow by now, and not in a good way.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
26 Sep. 2025
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Starbucks revamped in-store condiment offerings, instructed store workers to write personal messages on cups again and aims to have drinks prepared in under four minutes.—
Steve Kopack,
NBC news,
25 Sep. 2025
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When using this approach, try to find recipes that already instruct you to use an alternative flour.—
Audrey Bruno,
SELF,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Familiarize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/familiarize. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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