be familiar

Example Sentences

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One pays faithful homage to the original film noir titles of the 1940s, while the latter aims to entice audiences who might not be familiar with the monochromatic palette.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

"The public may be familiar with the Princess Mary Christmas tins of World War One, but this Boer War issue was the precursor," he said.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Sekiguchi said he expected people in China to use the Chinese-designed vehicle in a way that would be familiar to Americans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

While most people might be familiar with helium as a filler for balloons, the gas is used as a coolant, including in semiconductor manufacturing and MRI machines.

From Salon • Mar. 30, 2026

“Thank you for calling on time. Should that name be familiar to me?” asked his dad.

From "An Abundance of Katherines" by John Green