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unfamiliar

[uhn-fuh-mil-yer] / ˌʌn fəˈmɪl jər /




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During another panel at the festival, chefs talked about traveling to unfamiliar places specifically because of what they could bring home from those experiences.

From Salon Sep. 1, 2026

It wasn’t just that Graham seemed new to politics but that she often seemed unfamiliar with it entirely.

From Slate Aug. 26, 2026

Those for whom the epoch is unfamiliar may find it a little harder to connect.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 25, 2026

Jorrel Hato: Operating in an unfamiliar wing-back role, the defender produced a promising early dribble and adapted well.

From BBC Aug. 24, 2026

The unfamiliar noises of the caravan still picked at my nerves.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri




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