1
as in organization
a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest
a debate society
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as in community
the feeling of closeness and friendship that exists between companions
an evening marked by a lovely dinner and the society of our closest friends
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as in civilization
the way people live at a particular time and place
a pre-automobile society in which ordinary people rarely strayed far from home
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Recent Examples of society
The film darts back and forth between the stories and struggles of this family who live in a society clearly stressing morals and keeping up proper appearances.
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Pete Hammond, Deadline, 15 May 2025
Women have forgotten their role and place in society?
—Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2025
Pushed to the brink by a world that seems indifferent to her existence, she’s forced to confront impossible choices in a society that offers her no safety net.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 14 May 2025
Talitha Frazier, Gonzalez’s sister-in-law, told WTNH that the fight was more proof that Smith was unhinged and a threat to society.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
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Pete Hammond, Deadline, 15 May 2025
Women have forgotten their role and place in society?
—Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2025
Pushed to the brink by a world that seems indifferent to her existence, she’s forced to confront impossible choices in a society that offers her no safety net.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 14 May 2025
Talitha Frazier, Gonzalez’s sister-in-law, told WTNH that the fight was more proof that Smith was unhinged and a threat to society.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for society
Noun
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Kids Quilt Kamp is funded through donations to Calico Cut-Ups Quilt Guild, a 501-C3 non-profit organization.—
Deb Harvell,
Arkansas Online,
11 May 2025
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At the end of April, the organization announced a new $5.5 billion Simaisma development of a luxury golf resort north of Doha.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 May 2025
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To that end, the district’s creative community felt the time was right to expand the celebration with a new monthlong entertainment event.—
Kimberly Nordyke,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2025
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Historically, Black communities have been denied safe conditions to rest due to systemic oppression, chronic stress, and a constant need to overperform just to survive.—
Stephanie Long,
Essence,
15 May 2025
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And this is one of the reasons why there are some people in the United States who kind of regard Putin as - as - as the savior of - of western civilization, or - or Christianity and so forth, which is obviously kind of a - a perverse view of him as well.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 May 2025
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In a modern civilization, all three—religion, democracy and international good faith—complement and support each other.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
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There's no secret sauce to try and get into the best institutions.—
Kristen Jordan Shamus,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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New training models at institutions like the University of Florida are integrating the clinical and educational worlds for the mutual benefit of both new and experienced nurses.—
Shakira Henderson,
Sun Sentinel,
18 May 2025
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That sense of brotherhood and trust extended to the bond between Cole and Liu.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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The creativity the brothers bring from four decades of producing concerts and exploring design around the world while touring has injected a fresh perspective to HGTV, while their brotherhood has endeared them to viewers.—
Leena Tailor,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Apr. 2025
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Their vehement objections to DOGE are essentially a result of the misguided assumption that the federal cash cow is unlimited and should fund Maryland’s economic lifestyle ad infinitum.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
10 May 2025
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Popular Chinese lifestyle retailer, Miniso plans to open a store at Southgate Plaza in south Sacramento, according to its website.—
Marcus D. Smith,
Sacbee.com,
9 May 2025
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Expand your personal network by joining trade associations, online communities and forums, or local organizations such as chambers of commerce or volunteer opportunities.—
Todd Villeneuve,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Most Americans still live in places with fluoridated water, but if your child’s water supply is not fluoridated, professional associations of dentists and pediatricians recommend talking with your health care providers about fluoride supplements to help ward off dental decay.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
14 May 2025
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Trump received record donations from oil and gas companies during his campaign.—
Hayley Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2025
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On top of that, due to the surge in orders, more factories are increasing the minimum order size that companies are required to place.—
Elisabeth Buchwald,
CNN Money,
18 May 2025
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“Society.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/society. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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