SOCIALIZE Synonyms: 18 Similar and Opposite Words

socialize

verb

ˈsō-shə-ˌlīz

Definition of socialize

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 Woodall noted how Wesley has also socialized with older peers in the school, including Woodall’s third-grade students. — Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026 Long before the pandemic, Americans began spending more time alone and less time socializing in person. — Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 29 June 2026 People sensitive to heat tend to isolate themselves, stay indoors and not socialize as much during summertime. — Mark Prussin, CBS News, 29 June 2026 That requires wrenching social changes in how people eat, socialize, and move through nature? — Burkhard Bilger, New Yorker, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for socialize

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The spices mingle with the butter, draping over the tomato slices like savory sprinkles that crunch against their tender flesh.

— Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 July 2026
Judges mingled with customers at a coffee shop before speaking at the domed, ornate Westmoreland County Courthouse.

— ABC News, ABC News, 10 July 2026

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Warsh also invested tens of millions in the Juggernaut Fund, which is associated with Druckenmiller’s firm.

— Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
Tehrani’s patients include executives, entertainers and public-facing professionals looking to restore definition to the arms, abdomen, shoulders and chest without the extensive scars associated with traditional body-lift surgery.

— Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026

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