as in intimacy
the state of being in a very personal or private relationship
her chumminess with the boss did not sit well with some of her coworkers
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chumminess
Noun
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But the commodification of intimacy creates troubling implications.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025 -
With only eight expansive suites, the hotel offers an unmatched level of intimacy, with an ever-attentive team ready to assist guests during their stay by booking experiences ranging from a taco and Mezcal tour to hot air balloon rides over the ruins of Teotihuacán.—
Michaela Trimble,
Vogue,
13 July 2025
Noun
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Still, iconic premium spirits remain relevant for those drawn to familiarity.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes.com,
17 July 2025
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His familiarity with offensive coordinator Frank Smith should allow Waller, a recovering addict who has faced multiple NFL suspensions, to adjust to the offense quickly.—
Omar Kelly
July 11,
Miami Herald,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Dozens of families began leaving their homes, carrying some of their belongings.—
Nidal al-Mughrabi,
USA Today,
20 July 2025
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Passengers on the lower level scrambled to get their belongings in what appeared to be a sleeping area.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
20 July 2025
Noun
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There is a sense of kinship as Trump was indicted in 2023 for his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 U.S. presidential election.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
9 July 2025
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But the two artists' kinship goes beyond just opening for one another.—
Audrey Gibbs,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Noun
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The Sharknado star reflected on the early days of his friendship with Doherty while starring together on Beverly Hills, 90210, which ran from 10 seasons from 1990 to 2000.—
Stephanie Wenger,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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By the end of the first episode of Beyond the Villa, which premiered last night, viewers finally learned why their favorite friendship was starting to crumble.—
Monique Wilson,
Glamour,
14 July 2025
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“Chumminess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chumminess. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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