1
as in outgoing
likely to seek or enjoy the company of others
not exactly the social sort, our boss generally stays in his office and keeps to himself
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2
as in colonial
tending to group with others of the same kind
dogs are social animals, preferring by nature to be part of a pack
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Recent Examples of social
Ellise Shafer, Variety, 31 July 2025
When Wilson died on June 11, Jardine shared a heartfelt tribute on his socials.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 24 July 2025
Sarah Ferguson, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
No social events get hosted in donors’ homes to reinforce ties with monied patrons.
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 10 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
The sequel will release on Garage Beer’s socials on Aug. 7.
—Ellise Shafer, Variety, 31 July 2025
When Wilson died on June 11, Jardine shared a heartfelt tribute on his socials.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 24 July 2025
Noun
Meanwhile, foreign aid funding cuts are threatening UNICEF's mission to uphold and protect the rights of Afghan children and women, undercutting the work of qualified social workers like Latifa and shuttering UNICEF child-friendly spaces that offer hope to Afghanistan's girls.
—Sarah Ferguson, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
No social events get hosted in donors’ homes to reinforce ties with monied patrons.
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 10 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for social
Adjective
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They’re perfectly matched — Julian is the quiet, observant one while Fleur is chatty, outgoing and ambitious.—
Jourdain Searles,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Sep. 2025
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Video appeared to show demonstrators ransacking the outgoing prime minister’s private residence on Tuesday, Reuters reported.—
Sugam Pokharel,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Its first-ever color feature, In the Shadow of Honor, which was going to be filmed in Indonesia, was canceled due to disagreements between the two countries related to colonial war reparations.—
Michael Taube,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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The New Extraction Economy Early colonial powers extracted gold, spices and resources from distant lands while giving little back to local communities.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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At the time, the right wing of the Republican Party was captured in the tea party movement, with activists arguing for limited government.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Use it at your next tea party or whenever dehydration strikes.—
Elissa Suh,
Architectural Digest,
21 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The result is a set of policies that has baffled some China experts, or at least raised questions about the president’s stance on America’s friendly rival.—
Christian Datoc,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Twine also noted its subtle scent, quick absorption, and makeup-friendly finish.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The moment came when an audience member named Billy, a former NBC sales employee, recounted meeting O’Brien at a 1993 cocktail party on the top floor of 30 Rock.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
8 Sep. 2025
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Before long, Jesse Palmer is ringing his glass, bringing the cocktail party to an end.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The practice also offers a calm, welcoming environment where doctors have time to be hospitable, offering patients coffee and snacks.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Sep. 2025
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La Masa has earned a reputation for outstanding food, a warm and hospitable guest experience, and a menu that appeals to a wide range of palates and dietary preferences.—
Rachel Bernhard,
jsonline.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Authors of a new study have called for the parasitic infection, Chagas disease, to be classified as endemic—with human cases reported in eight states.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Insects like mosquitoes, fleas, fire ants, sand flies, and biting midges can transmit bacterial, viral, or parasitic diseases.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The 4-cup size is perfect for making a pot of tea to share with friends (or just to enjoy a few extra cups for yourself).—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
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The ultimate therapy might just be sitting by the tranquil sea with a soothing cup of your personally prescribed tea and a healthy afternoon snack.—
Sherrie Nachman,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Social.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/social. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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