NETWORKING Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

networking

verb

Definition of networking

present participle of network

as in socializing

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Why audiobook walking clubs make socializing easier Silently walking next to strangers while wearing headphones might sound antisocial.

— Angela Haupt, Time, 7 Oct. 2026
For workers who also spend their workday alone, that means fewer opportunities for socializing both on and off the job.

— Christos Makridis, The Conversation, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of socializing

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Apple is collaborating with LG on a new lineup of smart home devices, including a video doorbell, thermostat, indoor camera, and more, according to a report from Bloomberg.

— Emma Roth, The Verge, 6 Oct. 2026
The documentary recounts the history of the original group while heeding its call to action by collaborating with next-gen artists to carry the tradition forward.

— Laura Zornosa, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of collaborating

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But when a traumatic encounter sends Tonya spiraling back into addiction—and back into the dangerous orbit of her drug-dealing ex-husband, Ronny (Alexander)—her fragile progress begins to unravel.

— Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2026
The latest homeless count showed an increase in the number of people living on the street, dealing a setback to a mayor who staked her reputation on the issue.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of dealing

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Charmain Ware-Jason of Murphy’s and Sug After Dark Entering VinoTeca on a recent Wednesday evening felt more akin to mingling at a dinner party than perusing a wine shop.

— Lia Picard, AJC.com, 27 Sep. 2026
Thick fringe folded over the front of her face, mingling with her spider-leg lashes, which brushed the bottom of her brows.

— Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of mingling

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Ortiz Turley, who specializes in commercial real estate, told The Star on Wednesday morning that the chamber is fully cooperating with the ongoing law enforcement investigation.

— Sofi Zeman October 8, Kansas City Star, 8 Oct. 2026
Assemblyman Manny De Los Santos (D-Manhattan), who showed up at the scene, was told that ICE agents weren’t cooperating with the NYPD.

— Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of cooperating

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