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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 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.
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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
The sociable lamb also appeared to enjoy the attention from its human audience, basking in the affection and excitement.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Apr. 2025
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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
The sociable lamb also appeared to enjoy the attention from its human audience, basking in the affection and excitement.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for sociable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sociable
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Joining in the festivities is outgoing French student Chloé (Cécile Matignon, hugely appealing), ostensibly in a relationship but flirting brazenly with Nicolau, who even after a few beers is too mournful to pick up the signals.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
10 July 2025
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All three candidates launched campaigns in April to fill the vacancy of outgoing Sen. Gary Peters (D-MI).—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
8 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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Allie Coates, now 25 and a social media manager in Los Angeles, still has a silver bracelet filled with charms from her time at camp, including an M for the most improved at canoeing.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
14 July 2025
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Compared to a lot of other activities, games have this huge social mould.—
Joshua Lamb,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Warm and deeply hospitable, with some of the best food in the world and a flourishing art and design scene, the country's capital is a great place to visit any time.—
Michaela Trimble,
Vogue,
13 July 2025
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Most people think of Madison as the Wisconsin city most hospitable to cyclists but the state’s largest city is making strides.—
Jessica Van Egeren,
jsonline.com,
7 July 2025
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Their previous encounter, during Arsenal’s pre-season friendly against United in Los Angeles last summer, ended with Heaven leaving Mount on the grass through a foul from behind.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
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 21 Jul. 2025.
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