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
Cast members are frequently seen grabbing oversized custom drinks while socializing, running errands or hanging out — treating them like an everyday lifestyle staple.
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Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2026
The show featured cast members regularly grabbing customized drinks — particularly from Swig — while socializing, running errands or hanging out.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 10 Apr. 2026
This evening, make time for fun and socializing!
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 10 Apr. 2026
The fresh lemons add a citrus taste that bakes with a tangy buttermilk for a light and bright cake ideal for an afternoon of sunning and socializing.
—Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
Other footage from that night captured different individuals dancing and socializing in the city's streets, while other moments showed people climbing on cars and brief altercations within the crowd.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 7 Apr. 2026
Others blame social media for hindering crew members from socializing—and carousing—together.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
The growth in popularity of these events is fueled by a generational shift in socializing, an embrace of sober nightlife alternatives, and community building through culture sharing.
—Jessi Roti, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2026
From healthcare and banking to working and socializing, more and more of life is happening online.
—Andrey Mir, Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2026
The show featured cast members regularly grabbing customized drinks — particularly from Swig — while socializing, running errands or hanging out.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 10 Apr. 2026
This evening, make time for fun and socializing!
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 10 Apr. 2026
The fresh lemons add a citrus taste that bakes with a tangy buttermilk for a light and bright cake ideal for an afternoon of sunning and socializing.
—Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
Other footage from that night captured different individuals dancing and socializing in the city's streets, while other moments showed people climbing on cars and brief altercations within the crowd.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 7 Apr. 2026
Others blame social media for hindering crew members from socializing—and carousing—together.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
The growth in popularity of these events is fueled by a generational shift in socializing, an embrace of sober nightlife alternatives, and community building through culture sharing.
—Jessi Roti, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2026
From healthcare and banking to working and socializing, more and more of life is happening online.
—Andrey Mir, Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for socializing
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The party would see the powerful, politicos, journalists, celebrity guests and agents mingling with NBCU talent and executives.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Apr. 2026
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For the special event, Beyoncé wore an ivory pencil skirt with a matching blazer and a satin top while mingling with her guests.—
Chanel Vargas,
InStyle,
11 Apr. 2026
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Cooler air will return this weekend, with a chance for rain mixing with snow Friday night into Saturday.—
Joseph Dames,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The third floor will house creative studios for podcasts, photography and content creation, while the fourth floor will contain post-production facilities, including edit bays, audio recording studios and Dolby mixing rooms.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2026
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Hershey Foods, viewing Hersheypark as new and untested, did not want to risk visitors associating its brands with what could be a failing theme park.—
John Haddad,
The Conversation,
3 Apr. 2026
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Her other daughter, Beatrice, is reportedly also choosing to focus on her family and would like to keep away from publicly associating with her parents.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Socializing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/socializing. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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