socialize
verb
so·cial·ize
ˈsō-shə-ˌlīz 
socialized; socializing
1
: to make social
especially
: to fit or train for a social environment
2
a
: to constitute on a socialistic basis
socialize industry
b
: to adapt to social needs or uses
3
: to organize group participation in
socialize a recitation
: to participate actively in a social group
Examples of socialize in a Sentence
She danced and socialized at the party.
he likes to socialize with his coworkers after work ends
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However subconsciously, internalized and socialized norms and preconceptions shape every assumption, presumption, action and reaction, both in and out of the workplace.
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Christina L. Sgro, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
The big picture: The cellphone ban is part of the school's larger mental health movement, in which staff members are encouraging students to socialize more.
—Linh Ta, Axios, 11 Mar. 2025
The narwhals seemed to be relaxed, just gently socializing, as this is a time of the year that seems less critical for feeding or mating.
—Nell Greenfieldboyce, NPR, 10 Mar. 2025
She is socialized, great on a leash and loves all people and dogs.
—Maryanne Dell, Orange County Register, 8 Mar. 2025
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Christina L. Sgro, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
The big picture: The cellphone ban is part of the school's larger mental health movement, in which staff members are encouraging students to socialize more.
—Linh Ta, Axios, 11 Mar. 2025
The narwhals seemed to be relaxed, just gently socializing, as this is a time of the year that seems less critical for feeding or mating.
—Nell Greenfieldboyce, NPR, 10 Mar. 2025
She is socialized, great on a leash and loves all people and dogs.
—Maryanne Dell, Orange County Register, 8 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for socialize
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“Socialize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/socialize. Accessed 20 Mar. 2025.
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socialize
verb
so·cial·ize
ˈsō-shə-ˌlīz
socialized; socializing
1
: to make social
especially
: to make fit for a social environment
2
: to take part in social activities
socializing with friends after work
Medical Definition
socialize
transitive verb
so·cial·ize
variants
also British
socialized also British socialised; socializing also British socialising
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