Superlative for frequent or common
“The familiar urban landscape of shops, buildings, and streets would dominate the city.”
Superlative for having information as a result of previous exposure to the given subject
“She has had many dealings with our firm and is familiar with the work that will be involved.”
Superlative for being on friendly terms
“The lawyer was clearly on familiar terms with his client, with whom he had been seen socializing regularly.”
Superlative for informal or intimate to an inappropriate degree
“Joe was getting a little too familiar with the guests, and we decided to ask him to leave.”
Superlative for comfort based on one's experience and knowledge with their surroundings
“It's great to be back in the familiar surrounds of my home again.”
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