as in to mingle
to take part in social activities
he likes to socialize with his coworkers after work ends
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Recent Examples of socialize
Ignoring these feelings can lead to resentment, exhaustion and burnout from socializing.
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
The energy becomes more playful and lighthearted, which is ideal for socializing.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 12 May 2025
Enjoy schmoozing with others, plus socializing with friends and romantic partners.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 6 May 2025
Soon, Rosier realized the photo had unwittingly become a symbol of a distinctly European lifestyle—drinking and smoking outdoors in public spaces—something that struck many Americans as foreign.
Dining and socializing outdoors, or al fresco, is deeply embedded in European culture.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 May 2025
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
The energy becomes more playful and lighthearted, which is ideal for socializing.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 12 May 2025
Enjoy schmoozing with others, plus socializing with friends and romantic partners.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 6 May 2025
Soon, Rosier realized the photo had unwittingly become a symbol of a distinctly European lifestyle—drinking and smoking outdoors in public spaces—something that struck many Americans as foreign.
Dining and socializing outdoors, or al fresco, is deeply embedded in European culture.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 May 2025
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Wearing their white coats with Bermuda shorts, Eric Ripert, José Andrés and Daniel Boulud mingle with hotel guests on pristine beaches creating a culinary experience that goes far beyond traditional Michelin star dining.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
Footwear News,
16 May 2025
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There, Princess Kate mingled with recipients and shortlisted designers from the British Fashion Council Foundation's initiatives supporting the talent of tomorrow, where designer Clio Peppiatt was wowed by how prepared Kate was.—
Simon Perry,
People.com,
13 May 2025
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When Malene Barnett was eight years old, her third-grade art teacher forbade her from mixing paints to match the rich chocolate-brown skin tone of her infant cousin.—
Byron Armstrong,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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In one bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and sea salt. Cream and mix the wet ingredients.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 May 2025
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“Socialize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/socialize. Accessed 31 May. 2025.
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