as in social
likely to seek or enjoy the company of others
new in town, she was hoping some of her clubbier coworkers might show her the city's hot spots
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Recent Examples of clubby
That segment of the show largely stripped out the guitars to focus on clubby techno and nasty slashes of synth noise.
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Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2026
Expect lively, clubby vibes as local DJs pump out deep house and dance to soul and techno, depending on the mood.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Mar. 2026
Set in a former carriage house in Soho, the duplex includes a clubby bar room with exquisitely prepared drinks, and an upstairs dining room dressed up in white linen tablecloths and classic red banquettes, complete with roving Martini carts.
—Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
The revelations are now causing fractures in the usually clubby world of Silicon Valley.
—David Ingram, NBC news, 5 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for clubby
Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2026
Expect lively, clubby vibes as local DJs pump out deep house and dance to soul and techno, depending on the mood.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Mar. 2026
Set in a former carriage house in Soho, the duplex includes a clubby bar room with exquisitely prepared drinks, and an upstairs dining room dressed up in white linen tablecloths and classic red banquettes, complete with roving Martini carts.
—Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
The revelations are now causing fractures in the usually clubby world of Silicon Valley.
—David Ingram, NBC news, 5 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for clubby
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clubby
Adjective
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The fiasco left aspiring translators in Korea, most of them people of color, with one less route into the profession, further enabling white people’s social and actual capital to be kept within their possession.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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Three sitting rooms are complemented by a further three members’ social spaces for carousing in, concealed behind a subtle screen (here, DJs including Goldierocks make appearances, and mobile snaps are banned; staff politely place a sticker over mobile camera lenses).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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In a retirement account takeover, that could help flag suspicious money movement even if the recordkeeper misses the outgoing transfer.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
17 May 2026
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Fleming previously worked for the secretary of state's office while Brian Kemp, now the outgoing Republican governor, held the position.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
Adjective
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Not least because Parkinson and Reynolds had enjoyed a convivial dinner together less than 24 hours earlier at the Deadpool star’s hotel.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
6 May 2026
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The restaurant adds a convivial, social dimension to the group’s portfolio, equally suited for a quick drink or a full dining experience.—
Taryn White,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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Over time, this will make your garden and lawn less hospitable to mushrooms and less likely to sprout.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 May 2026
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Aerating also leads to healthier lawns by creating an environment that is less hospitable to grubs.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar said his new government has summoned the Russian ambassador over a drone attack near Hungary’s border, in a significant shift from his predecessor Viktor Orbán’s friendly relations with Moscow.—
Hanna Arhirova,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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There’s a friendly reception area with a giant chalkboard informing guests of local events, ranging from in-house parties to full moon nights at the Acropolis and big name gigs by the touring artists.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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“Clubby.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clubby. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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