acquaintance
noun
a person known to one, but usually not a close friend.
acquaintances
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pluralof acquaintance.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Yu, who said he’s spoken with his and Wang’s mutual acquaintances to offer help for Gu Grocery, noted that he hasn’t been approached by the mom-and-pop team.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
She had told them that on 15 July she would go to Kypseli, where her "American friends" or acquaintances were.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026
I’ve tried for a year to get some of my closest acquaintances to understand why this song is so great, why I find it so bizarrely beautiful, but few do.
From Salon ● Jun. 18, 2026
Trump and Sean “Diddy” Combs have been known acquaintances for years—or whatever it’s called when two rich and famous dudes in entertainment are often invited to the same charity events, galas, and afterparties.
From Slate ● Jun. 11, 2026
Neighbors and acquaintances began asking for the sisters’ help.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
