as in social
likely to seek or enjoy the company of others
new in town, she was hoping some of her clubbier coworkers might show her the city's hot spots
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Recent Examples of clubby
But this doesn’t always lead to deeper engagement with the work, and the velocity of snappy, viral tweets only deepens the notoriously clubby drama of each profession.
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WIRED, 8 Sep. 2022
Sky Suites’ 420 accommodations have shed dark, clubby interiors for a look inspired by the views from their floor-to-ceiling windows.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 22 Apr. 2022
Chapek has struggled to ingratiate himself with Hollywood’s notoriously clubby culture of creatives and the reporters who cover them.
—Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2022
But while other eateries slowly came back to life as restrictions eased, the Lambs Club—housed in a tight, clubby space, with no windows or exterior access—was far more difficult to revive.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 13 Apr. 2022
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WIRED, 8 Sep. 2022
Sky Suites’ 420 accommodations have shed dark, clubby interiors for a look inspired by the views from their floor-to-ceiling windows.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 22 Apr. 2022
Chapek has struggled to ingratiate himself with Hollywood’s notoriously clubby culture of creatives and the reporters who cover them.
—Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2022
But while other eateries slowly came back to life as restrictions eased, the Lambs Club—housed in a tight, clubby space, with no windows or exterior access—was far more difficult to revive.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 13 Apr. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clubby
Adjective
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Ian Shepherd The Human Cost Of Building An Empire Perhaps most intriguingly, Donaldson has discovered that positive impact can generate unexpected backlash, much like tech companies facing criticism for their social initiatives.—
Ian Shepherd,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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These days, her social media presence consists mostly of reposts of others on X and Bluesky.—
Reid J. Epstein,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The police department is hopeful those positions will be filled by the summer, but outgoing chief Patterson said the department needs to be expanded further to match Raleigh's fast-growing population.—
Zachery Eanes,
Axios,
28 Feb. 2025
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Determination Determination is often mistaken for boldness—a trait associated with outgoing and adventurous personalities.—
Alana Bracken,
Parents,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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These adaptations can include constructing flood-resistant infrastructure, developing technological innovations, or even migrating to more hospitable regions.—
Jenny Lehmann,
Discover Magazine,
13 Feb. 2025
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Norbert and many other beloved online dogs — all blissfully unaware of their internet fame, or the internet at all — cut through a digital landscape growing less hospitable by the day.—
Maya Salam,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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There's the midcentury vintage flair, healing desert air, convivial dining scene, exuberant colors, and whimsical prints — not to mention the poolside culture.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2025
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The cuisine is a true cultural expression with dishes like Lumpia, Adobo, and Kare-Kare served up in convivial settings.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
12 Feb. 2025
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“Clubby.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clubby. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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