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
That segment of the show largely stripped out the guitars to focus on clubby techno and nasty slashes of synth noise.
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Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2026
Expect lively, clubby vibes as local DJs pump out deep house and dance to soul and techno, depending on the mood.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Mar. 2026
Set in a former carriage house in Soho, the duplex includes a clubby bar room with exquisitely prepared drinks, and an upstairs dining room dressed up in white linen tablecloths and classic red banquettes, complete with roving Martini carts.
—Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
The revelations are now causing fractures in the usually clubby world of Silicon Valley.
—David Ingram, NBC news, 5 Feb. 2026
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Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2026
Expect lively, clubby vibes as local DJs pump out deep house and dance to soul and techno, depending on the mood.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Mar. 2026
Set in a former carriage house in Soho, the duplex includes a clubby bar room with exquisitely prepared drinks, and an upstairs dining room dressed up in white linen tablecloths and classic red banquettes, complete with roving Martini carts.
—Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
The revelations are now causing fractures in the usually clubby world of Silicon Valley.
—David Ingram, NBC news, 5 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clubby
Adjective
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Like wasps and bees, ants are social and live in a colony with one or more queens.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
24 May 2026
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The result can be seen in Al-Mina camp, a tent city abutting Obeid’s northern entrance that is now hosting no fewer than 49,000 people, with more coming by the day, said Mounir Ibrahim, a social researcher with the government.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
Adjective
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McMahon’s post earlier on Friday had amplified a scathing letter from Scott criticizing UF’s presidential search as overly secretive and bashed the university over the substantial $2 million severance payout now owed to outgoing Interim President Donald Landry.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2026
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On May 21, USA TODAY reached out to a number listed as Kean's in records and with his voice as the outgoing message.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
23 May 2026
Adjective
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As the evening progressed — and the wine flowed — the room became boisterous and convivial.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
22 May 2026
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Not least because Parkinson and Reynolds had enjoyed a convivial dinner together less than 24 hours earlier at the Deadpool star’s hotel.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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Over time, this will make your garden and lawn less hospitable to mushrooms and less likely to sprout.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 May 2026
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Aerating also leads to healthier lawns by creating an environment that is less hospitable to grubs.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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The tears flowed on and off the pitch at the opening friendly against Preston North End.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The service Expect friendly, warm service from the spunky staff, plus a sense of freedom to do your thing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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“Clubby.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clubby. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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