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unfamiliar

[uhn-fuh-mil-yer] / ˌʌn fəˈmɪl yər /




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I understand that this is unfamiliar territory for a lot of us.

From Slate • May 13, 2026

The results of Thursday's local elections suggest that it may see the country's first-past-the-post electoral system operate in an unfamiliar manner too.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

It wouldn’t be fair to divulge its details to those who are unfamiliar with the grisly tale, because it provides “Kenrex” with a dramatically, not to mention emotionally, satisfying conclusion.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Travel often combines unfamiliar surroundings with relaxing experiences.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

We get in and set out on our familiar, unfamiliar street and head off into a world where fresh roots are already growing deep in the fertile ruins of what used to be.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman




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