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
This emotional confidence will encourage upbeat times socializing with others, as well as exploring sports events and fun activities with kids.
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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
The pop star, 35, was also seen socializing with WNBA star Caitlin Clark during the game.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
But running isn’t just for socializing.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 13 Oct. 2025
What is clear is that Matthiessen’s socializing with left-leaning French and expatriate artists served the deep state’s agenda.
—Maggie Doherty, New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2025
Most do, however, aim to keep their homes ready for entertaining and socializing, with family items organized, systems running smoothly, and clutter at bay.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2025
While socializing at a small party in the hotel lobby (another team official’s brainchild, and another decision that Morris didn’t love), Morris noticed second-year cornerback Aqib Talib walking through the front door of the lobby.
—Michael Silver, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
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
The pop star, 35, was also seen socializing with WNBA star Caitlin Clark during the game.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
But running isn’t just for socializing.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 13 Oct. 2025
What is clear is that Matthiessen’s socializing with left-leaning French and expatriate artists served the deep state’s agenda.
—Maggie Doherty, New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2025
Most do, however, aim to keep their homes ready for entertaining and socializing, with family items organized, systems running smoothly, and clutter at bay.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2025
While socializing at a small party in the hotel lobby (another team official’s brainchild, and another decision that Morris didn’t love), Morris noticed second-year cornerback Aqib Talib walking through the front door of the lobby.
—Michael Silver, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for socializing
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Frankincense and resins open the composition, mingling with tonka and vanilla bean for a sensual, sophisticated, and addictive aroma that invites you to linger beside a boutique hotel’s flickering fireplace on a cold night.—
Michael Stefanov,
Robb Report,
14 Oct. 2025
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Known as the Passage of Commodus, the 180-foot corridor was built beneath the amphitheater to let emperors and VIP guests reach their seats in the imperial box without mingling with the crowds.—
Barbie Latza Nadeau,
CNN Money,
10 Oct. 2025
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The color palette felt optimistic yet grounded, mixing natural hues with luminous accents.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
15 Oct. 2025
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The talk show featured O’Brien and sidekick Andy Richter mixing comedy sketches with interviews spanning entertainment, sports, politics and culture.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
15 Oct. 2025
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“Socializing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/socializing. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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