Familiar

usgb/fəˈmɪliər/
adjective

Known from past experience, or already seen or recognized.

Her face looks familiar.
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Often appears as...

  • looks familiar
  • sounds familiar
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Experience Reinforcement

Think of 'familiar' to highlight personal experiences when you've encountered something before.

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The streets of my hometown are familiar to me.
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Recognition Cue

'Familiar' is often used to express a feeling of vague recognition, even if details are forgotten.

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His voice is familiar, but I can't remember his name.
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