socialize
verb
so·cial·ize
ˈsō-shə-ˌlīz 
socialized; socializing
1
: to make social
especially
: to fit or train for a social environment
2
a
: to constitute on a socialistic basis
socialize industry
b
: to adapt to social needs or uses
3
: to organize group participation in
socialize a recitation
: to participate actively in a social group
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Examples of socialize in a Sentence
She danced and socialized at the party.
he likes to socialize with his coworkers after work ends
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Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 29 Nov. 2024
Maye told the outlet that Elon, 53, was having an amazing time planning the new Department of Government Efficiency alongside Vivek Ramaswamy and socializing with Trump, 78.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
There is a lounge car for socializing with games and wifi where most people gather before and after dinner.
—Adam Morganstern, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Like last week, Danni annoys Diana by goofing off, sucking helium from balloons, and socializing while decorating.
—Emma Soren, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for socialize
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socialize
verb
so·cial·ize
ˈsō-shə-ˌlīz
socialized; socializing
1
: to make social
especially
: to make fit for a social environment
2
: to take part in social activities
socializing with friends after work
Medical Definition
socialize
transitive verb
so·cial·ize
variants
also British
socialized also British socialised; socializing also British socialising
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