1
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
The campaign materials were unequivocal: Worley believed LGBT influences in society were immoral.
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Nick Penzenstadler, USA TODAY, 4 Mar. 2025
The supporting cast features passengers from diverse backgrounds, creating a cross-section of society trapped in the high-speed crisis.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Mar. 2025
Leaving individuals with severe mental illness to navigate a society unprepared to meet their needs comes at a significant cost.
—Alan M. Langlieb, Baltimore Sun, 4 Mar. 2025
Both the judiciary and civil society have been steadily politicized.
—Michela Wrong, Foreign Affairs, 3 Mar. 2025
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Nick Penzenstadler, USA TODAY, 4 Mar. 2025
The supporting cast features passengers from diverse backgrounds, creating a cross-section of society trapped in the high-speed crisis.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Mar. 2025
Leaving individuals with severe mental illness to navigate a society unprepared to meet their needs comes at a significant cost.
—Alan M. Langlieb, Baltimore Sun, 4 Mar. 2025
Both the judiciary and civil society have been steadily politicized.
—Michela Wrong, Foreign Affairs, 3 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for society
Noun
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The organization advocated for racial uplift and social justice for the African American community.—
Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Mar. 2025
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Economic downturns, shifting market conditions and other unforeseen disruptions can quickly put financial strain on an organization.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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Aren’t there laws concerning having disabled parking?— D.J., Rancho Santa Margarita Q: Our board recently voted to change the parking rules within the community and now disabled stalls will follow the visitor parking rules, so a car is towed after six nights within a month.—
Kelly G. Richardson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Mar. 2025
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The couple were active in the community, dining out and shopping at Whole Foods.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
4 Mar. 2025
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Cycle Around Ancient Temples in Sukhothai Photo: Getty Images Sukhothai is regarded as the birthplace of Thai civilization and in the 13th century served as the capital of the first Thai kingdom.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
2 Mar. 2025
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Many of the objects in the collection date back thousands of years, covering the entire span of Egyptian civilization.—
David Nikel,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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Effective enforcement requires coordinated efforts across institutions.—
Paulo Carvão,
The Conversation,
7 Mar. 2025
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Additionally a number of high-profile members have parted ways with the institution, including Shonda Rhimes, Ben Folds and Renée Fleming.—
Caitlin Huston,
The Hollywood Reporter,
7 Mar. 2025
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The golf influencer community seems to be a great brotherhood where everyone admires and supports each other.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
11 Mar. 2025
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Basketball: Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart and a brotherhood forged by competition.—
Natasha Frost,
New York Times,
2 Jan. 2025
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When purchasing a device, look for a LED light therapy mask that will fit your lifestyle.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
11 Mar. 2025
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Bohrer, who is known for her lifestyle content, was simply enjoying a quiet moment at the Atlanta airport with her friend, Maya, when the note was placed in front of her by an unknown pilot.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
10 Mar. 2025
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Then again, sometimes the latter are the most willing to accede to the association’s wishes.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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The association’s president, Edward Habeeb, was instrumental in founding the park, and 243-acre Lake Habeeb, home to the bluest water in the state, was named in his honor.—
Trudy Haywood Saunders,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Mar. 2025
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Then his allies acquired all major media companies and transformed them into state propaganda outlets.—
Elizabeth Shackelford,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2025
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Candidates whose scenarios highlighted risks common within the company helped expose vulnerabilities in existing systems.—
Karl Moore,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Society.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/society. Accessed 15 Mar. 2025.
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