1
as in outgoing
likely to seek or enjoy the company of others
not exactly the social sort, our boss generally stays in his office and keeps to himself
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2
as in colonial
tending to group with others of the same kind
dogs are social animals, preferring by nature to be part of a pack
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Recent Examples of social
Ellise Shafer, Variety, 31 July 2025
When Wilson died on June 11, Jardine shared a heartfelt tribute on his socials.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 24 July 2025
Usa Today, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
Both Tilton and Kowert emphasized that the main thing games teach their players is social skills.
—Julie Beck, The Atlantic, 17 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
The sequel will release on Garage Beer’s socials on Aug. 7.
—Ellise Shafer, Variety, 31 July 2025
When Wilson died on June 11, Jardine shared a heartfelt tribute on his socials.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 24 July 2025
Noun
Feeling pressured by the opinions of your social circle?
—Usa Today, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
Both Tilton and Kowert emphasized that the main thing games teach their players is social skills.
—Julie Beck, The Atlantic, 17 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for social
Adjective
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The two will face off in the November election in a race to replace outgoing Mayor Mike Duggan, who is campaigning for Michigan governor as an independent in the 2026 election.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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The neighbor, according to a search warrant reviewed by Forbes, was an outgoing inventory management specialist at the Quantico, Virginia, headquarters of the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS).—
Thomas Brewster,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Its first-ever color feature, In the Shadow of Honor, which was going to be filmed in Indonesia, was canceled due to disagreements between the two countries related to colonial war reparations.—
Michael Taube,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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The New Extraction Economy Early colonial powers extracted gold, spices and resources from distant lands while giving little back to local communities.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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At the time, the right wing of the Republican Party was captured in the tea party movement, with activists arguing for limited government.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Use it at your next tea party or whenever dehydration strikes.—
Elissa Suh,
Architectural Digest,
21 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The result is a set of policies that has baffled some China experts, or at least raised questions about the president’s stance on America’s friendly rival.—
Christian Datoc,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Twine also noted its subtle scent, quick absorption, and makeup-friendly finish.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Swiss heritage jewelry and timepiece marker is hosting friends of the brand — including Ashley Graham, Emily Ratajkowski, Pom Klementieff and Jodie Turner-Smith — at Centurion New York on Sunday night with a cocktail party high in the Manhattan sky to mark the special collection.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
13 Sep. 2025
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Dressed in Willy Chavarría and styled by Anastasia Walker, the música Mexicana superstar made his official debut at the CFDA cocktail party hoisted in Rockefeller Center by CFDA Chairman Thom Browne, alongside designers Michael Kors and Anna Sui.—
Jessica Roiz,
Billboard,
13 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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As temperatures drop and outdoor conditions become less hospitable, pests start looking for warmth within our homes.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Sep. 2025
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The practice also offers a calm, welcoming environment where doctors have time to be hospitable, offering patients coffee and snacks.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But within KPop Demon Hunters is an acknowledgment of the sometimes-parasitic relationship between artist and listener.—
Yvonne Kim,
The Atlantic,
12 Sep. 2025
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An article from the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine stated that toxoplasmosis is an illness caused by a tiny parasite called Toxoplasma gondii—one of the most common parasitic diseases—which can infect nearly all warm-blooded animals, including pets and humans.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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King Charles and Prince Harry seem to be on the road to reconciliation, with the two recently meeting for tea during Harry’s latest trip to the UK.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
13 Sep. 2025
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Cozy sweaters, warm mugs of tea, curling up by the fireplace.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Social.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/social. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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