as in chat
friendly, informal conversation or an instance of this
had to master the art of the schmooze if she wanted to get ahead in the business
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as in to chat
to engage in casual or rambling conversation
spent every spare minute of the conference schmoozing with the industry's power players
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Recent Examples of schmooze
Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 11 July 2024
Bradley Cooper, Ryan Gosling bro it out, more celebs schmooze
In typical Critics Choice fashion, the second the telecast hit a commercial break, stars jumped up from their seats to move to other tables, chatting each other up and posing for pictures.
—Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 25 June 2024
Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 14 Oct. 2024
The series features at least one major cameo per episode from a star playing an exaggerated version of themselves, whom Andy typically tries to schmooze with to improve his standing in the industry.
—Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 27 Sep. 2024
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Noun
This is a marvelous day to schmooze and enjoy the company of friends, groups and organizations.
—Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 11 July 2024
Bradley Cooper, Ryan Gosling bro it out, more celebs schmooze
In typical Critics Choice fashion, the second the telecast hit a commercial break, stars jumped up from their seats to move to other tables, chatting each other up and posing for pictures.
—Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 25 June 2024
Verb
Exciting news for Elsa, who has won my heart with her voracious appetite — Nino schmoozes with the editor, Enrico.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 14 Oct. 2024
The series features at least one major cameo per episode from a star playing an exaggerated version of themselves, whom Andy typically tries to schmooze with to improve his standing in the industry.
—Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 27 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for schmooze
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Devin allows seamless switching between tasks without disrupting workflow by displaying all essential tools (like chat, code and terminal) on one screen.Balaji Dhamodharan, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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This allows for organic relationships between characters to form, and through the use of in-game proximity voice chat, which allows players to hear each other by getting physically close in virtual space, viewers become familiar with characters through the sound of their voice.Kazuma Hashimoto, Rolling Stone, 2 Jan. 2025
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Footage of the rescue, shared by the HCSO, shows the moment the rescuers’ boats converged on the buoy and crews conversed with the survivors.Abigail Adams, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025
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Chesney will often be found helping with the residents’ free time, serving ice cream, and conversing with the residents.Gabrielle Chenault, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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Correspondent Rita Braver looks back on the remarkable life of a public servant and Nobel Peace Prize-winner, and talks with Carter's son, Chip; former Carter aide Stuart Eizenstat; and biographer Jonathan Alter, about Jimmy Carter's legacy.David Morgan, CBS News, 2 Jan. 2025
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Multiple sources with knowledge of talks between the two sides — speaking on the conditions of anonymity to protect their positions — have told The Athletic the discussions towards an agreement have moved slowly since September.Joshua Kloke, The Athletic, 1 Jan. 2025
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Visitors read the pages of WWD Weekend while discussing standout, past red carpet moments from the award show.Ryma Chikhoune, WWD, 5 Jan. 2025
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People from across the globe discuss their experiences online, and select members also meet in person.Ishani Desai, Sacramento Bee, 5 Jan. 2025
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Natural light plus background chatter plus the smell of coffee equals better stories for you.Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025
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Close losses have been the bane of their season so far, but games like Wednesday’s can help with stacking wins and quelling trade chatter, even if for just another day.James Jackson, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
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As Eden gabs, the pair inch across and climb over rows in search of maximum comfort and no moisture.Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Mar. 2024
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Writers tend to have a gift for writing but not for gab.Neal B. Freeman, National Review, 18 Jan. 2024
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“Schmooze.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/schmooze. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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