Definition of socializenext
as in to mingle
to take part in social activities he likes to socialize with his coworkers after work ends

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Recent Examples of socialize Instead, focus on socializing, the arts, sports and fun activities with kids. Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 19 Aug. 2026 On that note, when Venus meets with Jupiter in sweet sextile, being well-received can be quite resourceful, much like attending a networking event in order to socialize and mingle with the right group of people. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026 Autism spectrum disorder, as defined by the Mayo Clinic, is a condition related to brain development that affects how people see others and socialize with them. Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 17 Aug. 2026 The comparison holds in the sense that the destination, which sits between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, is where wealthy elites descend to socialize and relax on weekends, during the summer, and over holidays. Hannah Seligson, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for socialize
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  • Getting dressed up, mixing and mingling with good friends, eating great food, and toasting with special cocktails are all part of the experience.
    Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The ‘next step’ On a sunny September day last year in the Chinese port city of Ningbo, not far from Shanghai, higher-ups from shipping company Sea Legend mingled with local transport officials at a port terminal.
    Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
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  • The footage mixes high-speed chases and explosive action with comedic beats, framing a story built around chaos, mismatched heroism and rising stakes as the mission unfolds.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The result is a lightweight, hydrating formula that can be mixed on the move, minus the mess.
    Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026
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  • Researchers and local media reported earlier this year on unsafe and unregulated mining associated with a rapidly expanding gold rush around Zamboye, where the mine collapsed.
    ABC News, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Drinking tea has been consistently associated with a longer lifespan.
    Anahad O’Connor, Washington Post, 20 Aug. 2026

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“Socialize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/socialize. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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