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be acquainted with 了解；熟悉
    同义替换：
    to have knowledge of了解；to have met socially熟悉
    acquaint 原始涵义：
    vt.使熟悉, 使了解This book acquaints the students with the ancient cultures of Europe.这本书帮助学生了解欧洲的古代文化。
    通知, 告知Acquaint him with your plans.把你的计划告知他。
    真题重现：
    Ms. Green has been living in town for only one year, yet she seems to be acquainted with everyone who comes to the store.虽然在这个镇上只住了一年，然而格林小姐似乎认识来店里的每一个人。(1996词汇)
    造句：
    I was first acquainted with him on board a whale vessel.
    当初，我是在一艘捕鲸船上同他结识的。