well-acquainted
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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There's a reason this protest streak runs so hot in South Korea, which only became a democracy in the late 1980s and is well-acquainted with political interference, dictatorships and military overreach.
From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026
We are regrettably well-acquainted with one of these disease groups: a class of genetic metabolic conditions called the mucopolysaccharidoses, or MPSs.
From Salon • May 1, 2024
Space Mountain’s long line gives two well-acquainted people time to chat, but it can be an awkward hour of silence for strangers who aren’t hitting it off.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 9, 2023
Customers and store owners used to be well-acquainted, and if a shopper tried stealing something, a parent or spouse or friend would hear about it.
From Washington Times • Jun. 13, 2023
During my first year in Chicago, I had become well-acquainted with this skyward route.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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