accustomed

Example Sentences

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The journalists packed into the press conference for Arbeloa's first appearance were well accustomed to such moments.

From BBC

And frankly, having grown accustomed to the silky cradle over at the hotel, I’d found it hard to sleep on plain old cotton sheets again.

From Literature

The motel’s loss is felt not only by history buffs but also local residents accustomed to walking by the iconic site on a daily basis, Curran said.

From Los Angeles Times

“Both countries are looking at more immediate neighborhoods, demanding more of their alliances, and becoming a lot more aggressive than we are accustomed to,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

“The Chronology of Water” feels like the natural next step: a film that refuses to dull its bite and forces the viewer into its abrasive tone, confident that they’ll grow accustomed to its rhythm.

From Salon