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
Insulated fishboxes, a 32-inch-wide dive door, and 14 rod holders assure anglers can fish tournaments, but an impeccable foredeck with recliners and double lounges means double duty for socializing.
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Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 7 Nov. 2025
Best Gifts for 5-Year-Olds Kids often start kindergarten at age 5, ushering in a new era of learning and socializing.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 31 Oct. 2025
Long periods of socializing, like a weeklong conference, can feel far more draining than shorter events.
—Big Think, 28 Oct. 2025
Now, Loop earplugs include picks for sleeping, for socializing in groups, for kids ages 6-12, and more.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
The children's parents were simply socializing like normal, the man wrote, not supervising the kids at all.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
This emotional confidence will encourage upbeat times socializing with others, as well as exploring sports events and fun activities with kids.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 20 Oct. 2025
Along with the constant stain of Epstein, Prince Andrew was caught in a photograph socializing with Cai Qi, an individual at the core of a now shuttered Chinese spy scandal that has captivated the UK Parliament.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2025
If so, request a vote to see if members will consider going back to spending an allotted time on book discussion before socializing.
—Harriette Cole, Mercury News, 15 Oct. 2025
Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 7 Nov. 2025
Best Gifts for 5-Year-Olds Kids often start kindergarten at age 5, ushering in a new era of learning and socializing.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 31 Oct. 2025
Long periods of socializing, like a weeklong conference, can feel far more draining than shorter events.
—Big Think, 28 Oct. 2025
Now, Loop earplugs include picks for sleeping, for socializing in groups, for kids ages 6-12, and more.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
The children's parents were simply socializing like normal, the man wrote, not supervising the kids at all.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
This emotional confidence will encourage upbeat times socializing with others, as well as exploring sports events and fun activities with kids.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 20 Oct. 2025
Along with the constant stain of Epstein, Prince Andrew was caught in a photograph socializing with Cai Qi, an individual at the core of a now shuttered Chinese spy scandal that has captivated the UK Parliament.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2025
If so, request a vote to see if members will consider going back to spending an allotted time on book discussion before socializing.
—Harriette Cole, Mercury News, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for socializing
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With a fresh sourdough breadcrumb topping, this creamy sweet potato side satisfies stuffing urges, mingling nicely with roast poultry and other autumnal sides, while channeling that classic casserole flavor.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
31 Oct. 2025
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As in other seasons that featured wealthy Americans vacationing in idyllic resorts and mingling with local characters, Season 4 will likely showcase some French talent alongside American actors.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
29 Oct. 2025
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Garner takes the diary form, mixing the intimate, the intellectual, and the everyday, to new heights.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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Cursed Daughters is more of an intergenerational saga, mixing comedy and tragedy in the way all families do.—
Jasmine Vojdani,
Vulture,
4 Nov. 2025
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But communal norms have no room for the unique nature of their relationship; having learned of the friendship, Kammo’s aunt forbids the girl from associating with the Muslim Hamida, and this rupture reignites Hamida’s previous trauma of repudiation.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
30 Oct. 2025
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Younger Democrats are increasingly associating her with the past and see her as part of the problem that let Donald Trump back into the White House rather than a credible candidate for 2028.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Socializing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/socializing. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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