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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
Glasner had frequently pointed to his side’s lengthy injury list and the players’ lack of time in pre-season to gain familiarity with his system as a reason for the team’s slow start.
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Matt Woosnam, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
Headland knows just how to get there, suggesting deep familiarity with the territory.
—Jesse Green, New York Times, 13 Dec. 2024
Cotton Incorporated’s Megan Peterson, director of marketing and industry programs, says cotton is a timeless fiber, valued year-round by consumers for its comfort, reliability and familiarity.
—Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 12 Dec. 2024
This is familiarity and extravagance at the same time.
—Andy Wang, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Matt Woosnam, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
Headland knows just how to get there, suggesting deep familiarity with the territory.
—Jesse Green, New York Times, 13 Dec. 2024
Cotton Incorporated’s Megan Peterson, director of marketing and industry programs, says cotton is a timeless fiber, valued year-round by consumers for its comfort, reliability and familiarity.
—Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 12 Dec. 2024
This is familiarity and extravagance at the same time.
—Andy Wang, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for familiarity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for familiarity
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There’s an intimacy that Steers captures that spoke to that moment, at the height of the AIDS crisis.Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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That kind of intimacy could, hopefully, lead to greater empathy.Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
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The production team has put out a call — through their Instagram — seeking tips related to Thompson and Mangione from any friends, family members, coworkers, or acquaintances of Thompson and Mangione.Zac Ntim, Deadline, 16 Dec. 2024
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Be a Resource: Answer questions or provide advice to friends and acquaintances.AllBusiness, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Jenny said that within a day Alice had thrown away bags full of his belongings.Rachel Aviv, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
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Its spacious interior has plenty of room to store your belongings, as well as a laptop sleeve, two mesh pockets, and a pocket on the outside to keep everything organized.Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
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Up to now, that has looked like a mistake, particularly given Eze, who was with Olise in his box, has struggled for form and, at times, fitness this season.Matt Woosnam, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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Reminding them that their jobs are hard and that making mistakes is to be expected also helps them to take risks and innovate without fear.Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 23 Dec. 2024
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No matter the time of year, guests can experience farm-to-fork foraging experiences as well as having access to six world-class golf courses.Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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The experience was rejuvenating and grounding, a perfect way to soak in the tranquility of this one-of-a-kind resort.Holly Robinson Peete, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
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Most of the sharing dyads, almost 67 percent, were unrelated, so kinship also wasn’t a driving factor.Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi, Discover Magazine, 13 Dec. 2024
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Six individuals from the group were found to have a close kinship, including a mother and daughter.Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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Some economists say Fed officials could be making a blunder that risks reigniting inflation and undercutting their pledge to rely on the latest data when making rate decisions.Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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Analysts said Ding made a crucial blunder in the deciding Game 14 that ultimately handed Gukesh the teen the title.Mithil Aggarwal, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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The Bears, however, made several unforced errors that set their offense back.Kevin Fishbain, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
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These principles are derived from industries with zero tolerance for accidents and errors, such as space exploration and commercial aviation.Caitlin Rivers, WIRED, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Familiarity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/familiarity. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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