acquaintances

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There’s a difference between being discreet about the image you project to others and what you tell friends and acquaintances about yourself.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

In conversations with The Times, Allen’s neighbors and acquaintances in Torrance described him as quiet, smart and unassuming.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Dozens of his acquaintances later died of cancer.

From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026

So he had to ask friends and acquaintances if he could sleep on their sofas.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Once this was settled, we sat down and mentally went through our circle of acquaintances, trying to come up with a single person who would blend in well with our extended family.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank