as in mingling
to take part in social activities
he likes to socialize with his coworkers after work ends
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Recent Examples of socializing
Angie Silvy While about a third of the square footage at Even House is dedicated to golf—simulator bays and a putting course—the vast majority of the space is given over to food and beverage, wellness, working and socializing.
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Mike Dojc, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
However, nothing negates the unique way in which people from the South embrace socializing with each other, which brings us to a potentially awkward situation that arises often enough and gives grief to even the most polite Southerners.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2025
Now, Susie spends her days hiking, biking, and socializing, and is ready to find love again after loss.
—Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
This is a great year for socializing and enjoying yourself!
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 31 Aug. 2025
The team said in a statement that the renovations are designed for socializing with more bars and comfortable seating.
—Erin Glynn, The Enquirer, 28 Aug. 2025
More than 80 percent of the school principals surveyed in New South Wales later said that students had become less distracted, learning had improved, and socializing had increased.
—Gail Cornwall, The Atlantic, 25 Aug. 2025
Lifestyle changes that are part of the diet include eating with friends and family, socializing over meals, mindfully eating favorite foods, as well as mindful movement and exercise.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2025
Sadly, however, neither pup appears to be in the mood for socializing, preferring to walk away without engaging the sweet pup.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Aug. 2025
Mike Dojc, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
However, nothing negates the unique way in which people from the South embrace socializing with each other, which brings us to a potentially awkward situation that arises often enough and gives grief to even the most polite Southerners.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2025
Now, Susie spends her days hiking, biking, and socializing, and is ready to find love again after loss.
—Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
This is a great year for socializing and enjoying yourself!
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 31 Aug. 2025
The team said in a statement that the renovations are designed for socializing with more bars and comfortable seating.
—Erin Glynn, The Enquirer, 28 Aug. 2025
More than 80 percent of the school principals surveyed in New South Wales later said that students had become less distracted, learning had improved, and socializing had increased.
—Gail Cornwall, The Atlantic, 25 Aug. 2025
Lifestyle changes that are part of the diet include eating with friends and family, socializing over meals, mindfully eating favorite foods, as well as mindful movement and exercise.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2025
Sadly, however, neither pup appears to be in the mood for socializing, preferring to walk away without engaging the sweet pup.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for socializing
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Here divers can cruise over the top of a wall, mingling with groups of grey, white tip and black tip reef sharks, as well as parrotfish and barracuda at a beginner-friendly 60ft.—
Joe Sills,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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If the idea of mingling with nude strangers feels more stressful than serene, instead head to Tempelhofer Feld, a former airfield transformed into a 741-acre expanse (Berlin’s largest outdoor space) perfect for jogging, biking, or an alfresco meal.—
Blane Bachelor,
AFAR Media,
29 Aug. 2025
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Instead of the old-school triangle eyes and jagged mouth designs, this year's top trends are all about mixing tradition with fresh tools and vibrant colors.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Sep. 2025
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Start by mixing a small amount of pH-neutral dish soap in a bucket with warm water.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Socializing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/socializing. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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