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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
While her eyes appear out of focus, a mirror behind the bar reveals the scene in her field of view: dozens of customers packed into a dense, sociable clump beneath glowing chandeliers.
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Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 June 2025
While some cat breeds, such as rag dolls or Maine coons, are considered more sociable, the researchers did not examine differences in behavior based on breed.
—Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2025
And while there’s a sociable air at Chora’s tavernas, there’s no queuing for a table.
—Lee Cobaj, Robb Report, 1 May 2025
The sociable town mascot lived his entire nine lives in Harmony, passing in 1995 at the ripe old age of 22.
—Kathe Tanner, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2025
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Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 June 2025
While some cat breeds, such as rag dolls or Maine coons, are considered more sociable, the researchers did not examine differences in behavior based on breed.
—Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2025
And while there’s a sociable air at Chora’s tavernas, there’s no queuing for a table.
—Lee Cobaj, Robb Report, 1 May 2025
The sociable town mascot lived his entire nine lives in Harmony, passing in 1995 at the ripe old age of 22.
—Kathe Tanner, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sociable
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When leadership transitions start quietly, those closest to the outgoing person are often treated with caution or suspicion.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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What was meant to be a tribute to the district's outgoing superintendent has raised questions for Jefferson County Board of Education members about how district leaders are spending a massive donation, particularly without board oversight or approval.—
Krista Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
21 July 2025
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The man was gifted, gracious, often generous and seldom mean-spirited.—
Bruce Fein,
Baltimore Sun,
10 July 2025
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But goodness gracious, the Rockies are only (14-36) under Schaeffer after going 7-33 under Black.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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The husband of social media influencer Emilie Kiser will not face a criminal charge in the drowning death of their 3-year-old son, Trigg.—
AZCentral.com,
AZCentral.com,
27 July 2025
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The migration reaches its peak in August, when larger pods appear and there is a surge in social behavior: tail slapping, pectoral waving, and the unmistakable breach.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
26 July 2025
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But the people tasked with reviewing the project at its next step may not be as hospitable.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
3 July 2025
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Until recently, the top of women’s tennis was a hospitable place for prodigies.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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Nena Farrell,
Wired News,
10 July 2025
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But if oil prices remain middling, even friendly policies might not compel companies to significantly ramp up drilling.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 July 2025
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“Sociable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sociable. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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