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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
At the age of five, her name was already appearing in the society pages of newspapers.
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Jennifer Cannon, Vanity Fair, 7 Apr. 2026
During the conversation, Dimon discussed the economic fallout from the Iran war, AI's impact on the workforce and society and life lessons he's learned.
—Suzanne Nuyen, NPR, 7 Apr. 2026
Changing our society requires genuinely persuasive arguments.
—Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 6 Apr. 2026
Freemasons today Freemasons today have largely shrunk from their once quite prestigious influence in American society.
—Derek Arnold, The Conversation, 6 Apr. 2026
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Jennifer Cannon, Vanity Fair, 7 Apr. 2026
During the conversation, Dimon discussed the economic fallout from the Iran war, AI's impact on the workforce and society and life lessons he's learned.
—Suzanne Nuyen, NPR, 7 Apr. 2026
Changing our society requires genuinely persuasive arguments.
—Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 6 Apr. 2026
Freemasons today Freemasons today have largely shrunk from their once quite prestigious influence in American society.
—Derek Arnold, The Conversation, 6 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for society
Noun
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Guerrilla groups such as Colombia’s National Liberation Army (ELN), dissident FARC factions and Venezuelan criminal organizations operate across mining zones, frequently imposing taxes on miners and controlling pits through violence.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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The area includes a nearly 4,000-gallon rehabilitation pool and an audio-visual display where visitors can learn more about the organization's rescue efforts.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Iran is set to begin its campaign against New Zealand on June 15 near Los Angeles, a region that's home to the largest Iranian community outside of Iran, including many who fled the 1979 Islamic Revolution.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The problem was widespread throughout the county as gas stations used steel underground storage containers that were highly corrosive, especially in coastal communities.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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In my view, religion has always been and continues to be an impediment to the progress of human civilization and totally not essential for our future success.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Apr. 2026
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Great civilizations outlast even the most vicious occupiers.—
Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
5 Apr. 2026
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This newsroom-wide project brings fast facts as stories unfold — making sure our local officials and institutions are telling the truth, serving our communities well and following through on their promises.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
6 Apr. 2026
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The Eden au Lac has been a Zürich institution since 1909—a fine figure of a lakeside hotel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Apr. 2026
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The brotherhoods of Semana Santa Thousands of members of these brotherhoods — which are open to Catholic men and women of all ages — participate in the processions.—
Alexis Marshall,
NPR,
3 Apr. 2026
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The memories, the battles, the brotherhood and the growth will always mean more than words can fully capture.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Now back in Kansas City, Strahm plans to settle back into his Midwest lifestyle.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
9 Apr. 2026
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The Greenway is an initiative that began in the 1990s to construct an off-road accessible biking and walking pathway to connect people to communities through sustainable transportation, active lifestyles and climate-friendly living.—
Denise St. Pierre,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Apr. 2026
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As a result, religious – and specifically Catholic – leaders suspected an association between the philosophically consistent Illuminati and Freemasons.—
Derek Arnold,
The Conversation,
6 Apr. 2026
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So, while the findings are compelling, they should be interpreted as an association rather than proof that choosing passive activities directly leads to dementia.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
6 Apr. 2026
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In the Dallas suburb of Hutchins, a real estate company confirmed that it was contacted about one of its properties but wouldn't sell or lease any buildings to DHS for use as a detention facility.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The company conducting the implosion has previously handled several high-profile demolitions, including the historic Deauville Hotel, South Shore Hospital, and the remaining structure of the Surfside condominium building.—
Nikiya Carrero,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Society.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/society. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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