socializing

Americans spend less time socializing, and have fewer close friends, than they did a decade ago.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 21, 2026

But as they—and the estimated 54.4 million children enrolled in K–12 schools in the United States—transition from open-ended summer days to structured school days, they’ll be spending less time outside or socializing freely with friends.

From Slate ● Sep. 5, 2026

So after reading what felt like the hundredth article declaring that my generation had abandoned alcohol, nightlife and socializing altogether, I started wondering whether I was missing something.

From Salon ● Aug. 15, 2026

The findings suggest that everyday patterns, such as waking, eating, working, socializing, and going to bed at similar times, may support better overall well-being.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 31, 2026

“Lina,” she said, clasping her hands on the desk, “it seems you prefer socializing to studying.”

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys