be acquainted
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You may be acquainted with someone who does this without even knowing it, because it’s still viewed as strange or even alarming.
From Salon ● Oct. 23, 2026
None of the 12 potential jurors questioned in court on the first day appeared to be acquainted with any of the parties, but the issue quickly became apparent soon after.
From Reuters ● Oct. 28, 2021
With this in mind, all people should be acquainted with the terms probable cause and reasonable suspicion.
From Encyclopedia.com ● Jun. 26, 2018
You know yours; so should she be acquainted with hers.
From New York Times ● Jan. 24, 2018
“Well, don’t pop. Not yet, Marion. We have a mission to accomplish. What do we know about the venue? Best to be acquainted prior to arrival.”
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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