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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
Fool Night, Kasumi Yasuda’s manga that first came out in 2020, is set in a world facing a serious oxygen shortage, as humanity builds a society that relies on the meager amount of oxygen provided by a technology called Transfloration.
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Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
23 June 2026
The ultra-Orthodox believers’ role in Israeli society is a complex and long-debated source of contention in the country.
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Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
23 June 2026
Parents are just trying to do what's best in the most difficult society and culture for parenting that's ever existed.
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Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Rand argued that society needs these Atlas‑like leaders.
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Hersh Shefrin,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
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Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
23 June 2026
The ultra-Orthodox believers’ role in Israeli society is a complex and long-debated source of contention in the country.
—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
23 June 2026
Parents are just trying to do what's best in the most difficult society and culture for parenting that's ever existed.
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Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Rand argued that society needs these Atlas‑like leaders.
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Hersh Shefrin,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for society
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The celebration will include fireworks, military bands, flyovers, tributes to the Armed Services, and a speech by the president that the organization said would commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary and chart a course for America's next chapter.
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Earlier this month three vessels from the China’s Maritime Safety Agency (MSA) a civilian law enforcement organization sailed through the Bashi Channel between the Philippines and Taiwan to begin law enforcement and mapping activities in waters east of Taiwan.
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To address those concerns, Hulls has committed roughly $15 million to establish the Good Luck Fund, which acquires and preserves properties considered important to the community.
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The listening sessions come after the Board of Managers has made a concerted effort to create a more transparent experience for parents and the community since they were appointed by the TEA in March.
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The laws protecting cultural and religious sites exist because civilization has long recognized that some places transcend politics and borders.
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Nearby Honeymoon Island and Caladesi Island State Park (accessible by bridge and boat, respectively) offer the feel of being miles away from civilization while still being close enough to grab dinner out in Dunedin.
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The nonpartisan aim, Lyons acknowledged, will require vigilance at an institution that has strong political associations.
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The crossover brings together two television institutions.
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The cap’s crown is decorated with three clasping hands symbolizing unity and brotherhood.
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Grateful for that eternal brotherhood.
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Reject lifestyle creep The first right move may be as simple as crafting (and sticking to) a new budget to avoid lifestyle creep, which happens when a person’s expenses rise with their salary, leaving little room to save or pay down debt.
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After deciding on the right type of pet, start the adoption process and lean on shelter staff to help match you with an animal that fits your lifestyle.
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Starting around September, Morejon said, the DDA will work with several landscape architect firms to create potential design concepts for the park and reach out to community members, civic associations and the city’s parks and recreation advisory board for feedback.
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An Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield spokesperson did not answer the Courant’s questions but instead asked that questions be directed to Susan Halpin, executive director of the Connecticut Association of Health Plans, who is listed as a lobbyist for the association.
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Meanwhile, companies and government agencies like YouTube, Harley-Davidson, Meta and NASA will also have exhibits at the fair.
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BlackBerry, which is now a software company, reports after the bell.
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“Society.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/society. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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