as in acquainted
having information especially as a result of study or experience
a world traveler who is highly conversant with the customs of foreign cultures
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Recent Examples of conversant
In addition, because virtually every global challenge—from trade to climate—has a tech aspect, all US diplomats need to be conversant in the topic.
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Eric Geller, WIRED, 2 July 2024
Now an identity of ideas depends materially upon a sameness of things or objects with which the people of the two countries are conversant.
—Liz Tracey, JSTOR Daily, 19 Apr. 2024
Community-facing folks need to respond to questions on the fly and be conversant on major priorities, as well as understand the boundaries of their roles and how to handle unexpected questions or situations.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
But how about this: According to Lindsay Jones of The Ringer, the Chiefs not only were aware of the new rules but had discussed them as early as training camp, and by this point were fully conversant with their options.
—Mirjam Swanson, Orange County Register, 12 Feb. 2024
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Eric Geller, WIRED, 2 July 2024
Now an identity of ideas depends materially upon a sameness of things or objects with which the people of the two countries are conversant.
—Liz Tracey, JSTOR Daily, 19 Apr. 2024
Community-facing folks need to respond to questions on the fly and be conversant on major priorities, as well as understand the boundaries of their roles and how to handle unexpected questions or situations.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
But how about this: According to Lindsay Jones of The Ringer, the Chiefs not only were aware of the new rules but had discussed them as early as training camp, and by this point were fully conversant with their options.
—Mirjam Swanson, Orange County Register, 12 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conversant
Adjective
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Research potential employers and become acquainted with their primary products, financial and commercial performance, values and business activities.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Linklater was very acquainted with the real life story of Gary Johnson.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
9 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Our mission is to provide clear, accessible journalism that empowers you to stay informed and engaged in shaping our world.—
Abdallah Fayyad,
Vox,
2 Feb. 2025
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In less than 30 minutes, the screenings assess key health indicators like cholesterol, glucose levels, and blood pressure, allowing users to stay informed and on top of their health, all from the comfort of their own homes.—
Jennifer Pierce,
USA TODAY,
31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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That suggested to many Israelis that there was little hope for Bibas and her two children, red-haired boys whose images are nearly as familiar to compatriots as family photos.—
Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports,
arkansasonline.com,
31 Jan. 2025
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In today’s edition, how a Vermont town is using storytelling to build community and move beyond the familiar narratives of a fractured America.—
Ian Crouch,
The New Yorker,
31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The Liberty Police Department was aware of the ICE operation by late Friday afternoon, but department spokesperson Capt. Matt Kellogg was unable to confirm whether the federal agency had notified the local agency before or after the raid.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
8 Feb. 2025
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Steve Downing, the general manager for Telemundo Kansas City, said in an email on Friday that the station was aware that an arrest had been made in connection with Mr. Manzano’s death.—
Neil Vigdor,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Conversant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conversant. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.
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