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Commerce always fraternized with art and journalism in the magazine business, and Miranda needs to hear that this balance will stay if the magazine changes hands.

From Salon • May 6, 2026

The former detective was fired in 2017 after an allegation was received that he had improperly paid a witness and had fraternized with people connected to criminal conduct.

From Washington Times • Feb. 19, 2019

They fraternized with him, and hired him to work his magic in service of boosting their vote tallies.

From New York Times • Dec. 8, 2018

Xaysana’s case drew great attention when he was arrested last year because of unproven suspicions that some Thai celebrities with whom he fraternized were implicated in his activities.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 26, 2018

He had a haughty, imposing mien, and something very determined in his appearance, which was however kindly and hearty, so that we fraternized in a few moments.

From The Backwoodsman or, Life on the Indian Frontier by Various