unfamiliar
Example Sentences
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The American woman, who does not speak Spanish, admits it's been difficult to start from scratch in an unfamiliar country.
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
Even though he’s already armed with the poise, accuracy and decision-making to thrive in an NFL-style offense, he recognized the need to start learning how to operate in unfamiliar spots.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
However, the extreme conditions in these environments likely force these familiar compounds into exotic and unfamiliar forms.
From Science Daily • Apr. 21, 2026
As with most members of California’s congressional delegation, Swalwell was an unfamiliar figure to many Californians living outside his Alameda County district, even though he had a lighthearted, robust presence on social media.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
Of Helena sick in a strange room in an unfamiliar city.
From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron
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