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as in outgoing
likely to seek or enjoy the company of others
he's an intensely sociable child, even prone to fits of depression when he's left alone
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as in gracious
showing a natural kindness and courtesy especially in social situations
a pleasant and sociable hostess who puts everyone instantly at ease
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as in social
tending to group with others of the same kind
the sociable weaverbird breeds in large umbrella-shaped nests
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Recent Examples of sociable
Known for their friendly and sociable nature, goldendoodles are excellent family pets, service animals, and therapy dogs.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
That’s because this is a marvelous, sociable day for you!
—Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 19 Dec. 2024
She is described as very sociable and enjoys making new friends.
—Mare Staff, Boston Herald, 5 May 2024
There’s actually some science to it—a study published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology found that people shown photos of homes decked out in Christmas decorations perceived the residents as friendlier and more sociable compared to undecorated homes.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 27 Nov. 2024
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
That’s because this is a marvelous, sociable day for you!
—Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 19 Dec. 2024
She is described as very sociable and enjoys making new friends.
—Mare Staff, Boston Herald, 5 May 2024
There’s actually some science to it—a study published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology found that people shown photos of homes decked out in Christmas decorations perceived the residents as friendlier and more sociable compared to undecorated homes.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sociable
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Residents are encouraged to pick up their mail daily, not place mail in outgoing boxes and report mail theft to Sacramento Police and USPS.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacbee.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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In early February 2025, Trump’s Homeland Security director, Kristi Noem, rolled back extensions of TPS for Venezuelans that the outgoing Biden administration had issued on Jan. 17, 2025.—
Mercedes Vigon,
The Conversation,
4 Apr. 2025
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The press conference had a very gracious tone on the U.S. relationship.—
Brendan Ahern,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Clara’s Table restaurant is Dearborn Inn’s tribute to Henry Ford’s wife, Clara, a passionate horticulturist and gracious hostess.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
AFAR Media,
9 Apr. 2025
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The International Skating Union chose the theme this season of social dances and styles of the 1950’s, 60’s and 70’s.—
Dave Skretta,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2025
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This could be social pressure, emotional spending or a lack of emergency savings.—
Gabriel Rodríguez,
Sacbee.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Planting a pollinator garden with milkweed (the only plant the butterflies will lay eggs on) and nectar-producing plants (for eating) can provide a hospitable habitat for migrating monarchs.—
Jessica Boehm,
Axios,
20 Mar. 2025
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Furthermore, a focused approach to marketing Elgin as a hospitable destination for investment could yield substantial long-term benefits.—
Courier-News,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Mar. 2025
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Vermont's politics and demographics are also more friendly to Sanders' views than other battleground districts in the Trump era.—
Stephen Fowler,
NPR,
22 Mar. 2025
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Baseball’s celebration of that day often obscures the fact that MLB hasn’t been African American friendly in decades.—
Terence Moore,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Sociable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sociable. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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