familiarize
verb
fa·mil·iar·ize
fə-ˈmil-yə-ˌrīz 
familiarized; familiarizing
1
: to make known or familiar
Shakespeare … familiarizes the wonderful—
Samuel Johnson
Samuel Johnson2
: to make well acquainted
familiarize students with good literature
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Examples of familiarize in a Sentence
I've been slowly familiarizing myself with the neighborhood.
the general's day-to-day duties included familiarizing the president on international developments
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Wayne Anderman, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Passengers should familiarize themselves with onboard safety measures and understand the steps to take in case of emergencies to ensure their safety and peace of mind.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 12 Oct. 2024
So, the only way out is to familiarize yourself with your local laws before buying any hemp product.
—Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 10 Oct. 2024
Just make sure to familiarize yourself with the travel system before the flight to ensure swift movement through the airport and plane.
—Noah Kaufman, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Sep. 2024
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familiarize
verb
fa·mil·iar·ize
fə-ˈmil-yə-ˌrīz
familiarized; familiarizing
: to make familiar
familiarize yourself with the place
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