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as in to introduce
to impart knowledge of a new thing or situation to
Mr. King spent the first week of the summer internship acquainting everyone with the new computers
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as in to inform
to give information to
his sailor friend acquainted him with the latest navigational aids for weekend yachtsmen
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as in to present
to make (one person) known (to another) socially
hoping that someone would acquaint them with the new neighbors
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Recent Examples of acquaint
Owen, who was at the Cannes Film Festival last week for her work and is rushing home to be part of the inaugural Long Weekend Film Festival, brought Duggan to the Sundance Film Festival this year to acquaint her with how a film festival can be run.
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Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
29 June 2026
And of course getting acquainted with his new teammates on the Iowa State Cyclones golf team.
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The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
27 June 2026
She was acquainted with many of the painters, musicians, and writers who lived near her.
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Kaitlyn Tiffany,
The Atlantic,
20 June 2026
Canon and the victim were loosely acquainted through mutual friends and were with a group of friends at a nearby business before the assault, according to police.
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Julie Sharp,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
29 June 2026
And of course getting acquainted with his new teammates on the Iowa State Cyclones golf team.
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The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
27 June 2026
She was acquainted with many of the painters, musicians, and writers who lived near her.
—
Kaitlyn Tiffany,
The Atlantic,
20 June 2026
Canon and the victim were loosely acquainted through mutual friends and were with a group of friends at a nearby business before the assault, according to police.
—
Julie Sharp,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acquaint
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Instead of doubling down on a flawed system, policymakers can make gradual changes by introducing new tax categories in the existing framework and imposing taxes that correspond to the alcoholic content of that category.
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In its opening match, Cape Verde introduced itself with a draw against mighty Spain.
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Emergency responders arrived on the scene and were informed that the victim had been pulled by the current flowing through Sebonac Creek into the Great Peconic Bay, the statement said.
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The company also informed members about 2026 premium changes through phone calls, text messages, regular mail, or email, Baiocchi said.
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Its young people are increasingly educated and ambitious but many are frustrated over fierce competition for limited jobs.
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During the two decades of American occupation, Afghanistan experienced a sort of peace, one in which women could be educated, work as professionals, and even serve in the military.
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During Murdaugh’s first status hearing on Monday, June 29, Judge Debra McCaslin did not rule on the DNA evidence, telling defense attorneys to clarify if the sample was viable.
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My parents tell stories about me sleeping through loud construction, alarms, and heavy knocks on my bedroom door.
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On Sunday, June 28, Caio Rocha Aguiar Arrabal was on a hike with others on the Pedra do Macaco trail in Maricá, located in the state of Rio de Janeiro, to familiarize himself with the route, G1 reported.
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This has fueled the ‘spend not sell’ movement, in which builders seek to familiarize users with earning and spending their bitcoin rather than trading and falling for get-rich-quick schemes.
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Enterprises are advised to carefully evaluate these solutions based on ownership, cost, and enforcement, as the industry seeks to standardize this critical layer for AI agent deployment.
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To minimize risks during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) advises incorporating frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.
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People are instructed to scan the QR link on the letter that will lead them to a list of available appointments to reschedule their test.
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The agency has instructed contractors that families at the facility cannot be referred to as prisoners, detainees or inmates, records show.
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“Acquaint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acquaint. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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