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or shmoozing
as in chatting
to engage in casual or rambling conversation
spent every spare minute of the conference schmoozing with the industry's power players
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Recent Examples of schmoozing
Eight dining venues and 10 bars encourage schmoozing, drinking and dining and servers’ attention is prompt.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Enjoy sporting events, fun activities with kids, happy hour with friends, schmoozing with someone or perhaps appreciating the arts and the entertainment world.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 22 Mar. 2026
Neither Sanchez nor Shulman was invited to the Grammy Awards in February, but both spent time schmoozing at the sidelines of the event.
—ABC News, 25 Feb. 2026
But, of course, schmoozing with the press has never been part of Melania’s comfort zone — and maybe with good reason.
—Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 30 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, lots of media members are on the field, and most are schmoozing with each other.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Enjoy sporting events, fun activities with kids, happy hour with friends, schmoozing with someone or perhaps appreciating the arts and the entertainment world.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 22 Mar. 2026
Neither Sanchez nor Shulman was invited to the Grammy Awards in February, but both spent time schmoozing at the sidelines of the event.
—ABC News, 25 Feb. 2026
But, of course, schmoozing with the press has never been part of Melania’s comfort zone — and maybe with good reason.
—Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 30 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, lots of media members are on the field, and most are schmoozing with each other.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for schmoozing
Verb
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After chatting at the show, the actor and makeup artist forged a friendship that eventually turned into a relationship after the death of his wife in 2009.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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Keefe, an executive producer on the series, was in London, sitting in a director’s chair between setups in a mockup of Scotland Yard, when a guest of the episode’s director started chatting with him.—
Julian Sancton,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Smith said after talking to Gregg, Wheels Up reduced the price to $850, but storage fees for having the car since April 1 bring the grand total to at least $2,600.—
Liz Crawford,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The brand promises results in four weeks—we’re talking reduced fine lines, dullness, and dark circles, along with improved elasticity, thanks to collagen-stimulating regrowth that encourages a more youthful appearance.—
Lauren Pardee,
InStyle,
13 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Organize comfortable chairs and decorative throws to create a cozy spot for conversing around the fire.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2026
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Set on a remote Scottish island, the film follows siblings Isla (Rankin) and Sandy (O’Rourke), who spend their days hunting birds, conversing with mythical beings, and fiercely fending off outsiders.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
19 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Schmoozing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/schmoozing. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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