1
as in organization
a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest
a debate society
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2
as in community
the feeling of closeness and friendship that exists between companions
an evening marked by a lovely dinner and the society of our closest friends
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3
as in civilization
the way people live at a particular time and place
a pre-automobile society in which ordinary people rarely strayed far from home
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Recent Examples of society
Mary’s character navigates complex racial dynamics, passing as white in a society segregated by race.
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Essence, 1 May 2025
In other words, companies can collaborate with other companies—along with communities, governments and civil society—to manage and restore freshwater resources and ecosystems at scales that matter, from river basins to regions.
—Jeff Opperman, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Some legal scholars have framed the president’s attacks on education as part of a larger war on civil society.
—Natalie Proulx, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Fear of government retribution is now spreading through society.
—Frank Langfitt, NPR, 22 Apr. 2025
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Essence, 1 May 2025
In other words, companies can collaborate with other companies—along with communities, governments and civil society—to manage and restore freshwater resources and ecosystems at scales that matter, from river basins to regions.
—Jeff Opperman, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Some legal scholars have framed the president’s attacks on education as part of a larger war on civil society.
—Natalie Proulx, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Fear of government retribution is now spreading through society.
—Frank Langfitt, NPR, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for society
Noun
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This strategy supports organizations in achieving faster innovation cycles and maintaining a competitive edge in their respective industries.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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The organization’s latest initiative, Healing Through Nature, offers outdoor healing experiences for families of children in remission, promoting emotional and physical well-being through connection with nature.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 May 2025
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Their destruction releasing emissions equivalent to millions of transatlantic flights, while housing countless unique species and Indigenous communities who have lived there for generations.—
David Vetter,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Officials from both communities expressed concerns about congestion as residents and visitors drive to popular stores and restaurants.—
Deborah Laverty,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
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And this is one of the reasons why there are some people in the United States who kind of regard Putin as - as - as the savior of - of western civilization, or - or Christianity and so forth, which is obviously kind of a - a perverse view of him as well.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 May 2025
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In a modern civilization, all three—religion, democracy and international good faith—complement and support each other.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
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In recent years, attacks on institutions like UnitedHealth and Ascension Health have led to months of operational disruption, massive financial costs and prolonged investigations.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
3 May 2025
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The Trump administration has labeled multiple institutions in academia and the media industry — from Harvard and Columbia universities to NPR and PBS — as being leftist, Marxist, biased, and woke, and threatened funding cuts.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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That sense of brotherhood and trust extended to the bond between Cole and Liu.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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The creativity the brothers bring from four decades of producing concerts and exploring design around the world while touring has injected a fresh perspective to HGTV, while their brotherhood has endeared them to viewers.—
Leena Tailor,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Apr. 2025
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Their vehement objections to DOGE are essentially a result of the misguided assumption that the federal cash cow is unlimited and should fund Maryland’s economic lifestyle ad infinitum.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
10 May 2025
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This holistic approach positions employers as leaders in both employee health and talent management, helping manage medication costs while promoting employee well-being through lifestyle changes, proper diet, and regular exercise.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
Noun
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Most Americans still live in places with fluoridated water, but if your child’s water supply is not fluoridated, professional associations of dentists and pediatricians recommend talking with your health care providers about fluoride supplements to help ward off dental decay.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
14 May 2025
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Expand your personal network by joining trade associations, online communities and forums, or local organizations such as chambers of commerce or volunteer opportunities.—
Todd Villeneuve,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Woman and Child was made with great pain and difficulty, with private funding and in collaboration with a French production company.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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The project, which includes a five-star hotel and a residential estate, was developed by a company linked to Prayudh’s PM Group.—
Phisanu Phromchanya,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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“Society.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/society. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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