1
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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2
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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3
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
Marina drifts through her pilgrimage, getting acquainted with her cousins while encountering few who match her intellectual equal in terms of curiosity.
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Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 23 May 2025
Frank first became acquainted with impact investing, however, during the anti-Apartheid movement.
—Frank Altman, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
Brandt was acquainted with Louisville athletic director Josh Heird from Heird’s time as Villanova’s deputy AD between 2019 and 2022.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 22 May 2025
With kids in tow, head north to Lincoln Park Zoo to get acquainted with some 200 animal species.
—Elaine Glusac, AFAR Media, 19 May 2025
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Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 23 May 2025
Frank first became acquainted with impact investing, however, during the anti-Apartheid movement.
—Frank Altman, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
Brandt was acquainted with Louisville athletic director Josh Heird from Heird’s time as Villanova’s deputy AD between 2019 and 2022.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 22 May 2025
With kids in tow, head north to Lincoln Park Zoo to get acquainted with some 200 animal species.
—Elaine Glusac, AFAR Media, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acquaint
Verb
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Back in the 60s, the seatbelt was introduced that made car passengers safe.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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He’s then introduced to Institute headmistress Ms. Sigsby (Mary-Louise Parker), Dr. Hendricks (Robert Joy) and Head of Security Stackhouse (Julian Richings).—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
13 July 2025
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Some of his friends are aware, and Mayer spoke with F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali to inform him of the campaign only the day prior, out of courtesy.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
5 July 2025
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The camp previously sent an email to families informing them of the situation, which was later shared by KEYE.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
4 July 2025
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Lin was educated in China and Europe, but lived in the U.S. for three decades.—
Emily Feng,
NPR,
5 July 2025
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In 2021, the city created a civilian community liaison position to connect police with citizens and educate the public.—
Kristine Phillips,
IndyStar,
4 July 2025
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The 21-year-old running back was arrested and charged with misdemeanor battery (domestic) in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., on Saturday, July 12, the Fort Lauderdale Police Department told PEOPLE.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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An attorney told the Herald/Times her client was detained by federal immigration agents after a routine-check in at an ICE field office.—
Ana Ceballos,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
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Before the fun begins, San Diegans can familiarize themselves with the county’s laws and guidelines regarding the possession and use of fireworks to avoid a hefty fine or prison time.—
Jaelyn Rodriguez,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 July 2025
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The Compounding Problem Any NBA player looking to maximize their earning potential over the next half-decade needs to familiarize themselves with the concept of compounding.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
Verb
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The Consumer Product Safety Commission advises that children do not use fireworks, including sparklers.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 July 2025
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The Context Diogo Jose Teixeira da Silva, who went by Diogo Jota, and his brother André died on Thursday while driving from Spain to England after a doctor advised them not to fly after Jota received minor lung surgery.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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Protesters were instructed to disperse before agents deployed what appeared to be tear-gas canisters and flash-bangs into the crowd, eventually breaking up the mob.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
11 July 2025
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Shoppers are instructed to return the product to any Walmart store for a full refund.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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“Acquaint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acquaint. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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