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as in to travel
to come or be together as friends
she still hangs around with her college roommate
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2
as in to kill time
to spend time doing nothing
for my vacation I plan to rent a beach house and just hang out
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hang (around or out)
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Some of the videos have showcased stuff that people are doing to bring themselves comfort and joy like traveling, dancing, running or shopping, the last of which should make many businesses smile.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025 -
The woman was a regular part of the team’s traveling party and was at a post-game gathering with players and staff members.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Those historic missions and the pioneers associated with them should not be forgotten.—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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The public health alert, while not a formal recall, is intended to inform consumers about potential health risks associated with some products, according to the USDA.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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Similar ads have been run for 9/11 and other times of crises.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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The heel run The Rock is referring to could happen sooner rather than later.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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In November 2001, President George W. Bush issued a military order authorizing the indefinite detention of noncitizens suspected of being connected to terrorism.—
Andrea Seielstad,
The Conversation,
22 Apr. 2025
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Located near Ramona High School, the site would have access to crosswalks and sidewalks connecting the property to the high school and is conveniently located near Olive Peirce Middle and Montecito High, Wolski said.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Apr. 2025
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But this week, USA TODAY kicked back in New York City for a very special occasion: The launch of USA TODAY Studio IX, our new online destination for all things women's sports.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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In season 3, spa manager Belinda Lindsey (Natasha Rothwell) kicks back with a copy of Thomas Erikson’s Surrounded by Narcissists.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Studies in neuroscience suggest that trust fosters an environment where the hormone oxytocin can flourish, helping people feel bonded and collaborative.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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While the Mellencamp sisters clearly bonded with Ryan, their first meeting wasn’t exactly without its awkward moments.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Most asteroids hang about in the Mars to Jupiter region, and the ones near Earth obviously hang about a bit closer.—
Dana Taylor,
USA TODAY,
2 Oct. 2024
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Most asteroids hang about in the Mars to Jupiter region, and the ones near Earth obviously hang about a bit closer.—
Dana Taylor,
USA TODAY,
2 Oct. 2024
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Ummm, what are the odds that Joe’s hooked up with yet another murderer?—
Sara Netzley,
EW.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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He’s lent his signature urgent, momentous vocals to tracks by Massive Attack, Leftfield and Run the Jewels, and even found time to hook up with Faith No More and Mr. Bungle mastermind Mike Patton and Doseone in the supergroup Nevermen.—
Cat Woods,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Hang (around or out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hang%20%28around%20or%20out%29. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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