socialize
verb (used with object)
to make social; make fit for life in companionship with others.
was socializing
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past progressiveof socialize.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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During that time I was socializing with a lot of people from all over the world.
From The Verge ● May 24, 2022
“The Friday before he died, he was healthy. He was socializing with his friends,” Parris said.
From Slate ● Mar. 28, 2020
Elliott had said during the team’s off-season program that he was socializing less while trying to better understand the scrutiny he faces.
From New York Times ● Jul. 18, 2017
Marina Lonina, 18, was socializing with the 17-year-old and 29-year-old Raymond Gates at a residence in Columbus, Ohio, on Feb. 27, Franklin County Prosecutor Ron O’Brien said, according to NBC affiliate WCMH-TV.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 13, 2016
Plus, Mom would be happy that I was socializing and not moping around the homestead.
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
