socially

adverb
so·​cial·​ly | \ ˈsō-sh(ə-)lē How to pronounce socially (audio) \

Definition of socially

1 : in a social manner
2 : with respect to society
3 : by or through society

Examples of socially in a Sentence

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He was intrigued by findings that tumors grew bigger and faster in lab animals that were stressed—for example, by being physically restrained or socially isolated. Kelly Servick, Science | AAAS, "How the body’s nerves become accomplices in the spread of cancer," 12 Sep. 2019 Gun control advocates praise the moves as progress in making open carry socially unacceptable. Michael Corkery, New York Times, "Retailers Walk Thin Line by Asking, Not Telling, Shoppers Not to Carry Guns," 9 Sep. 2019 The goal of the mobile unit is to provide a space for those who want to socially consume marijuana, McCaskill said. Saja Hindi, The Denver Post, "About 500 people “hotboxed” weed at Crush Walls, and it was perfectly legal," 9 Sep. 2019 As lore has it, socially prominent Hattie Gragg, who lived in the 500 Hartnell St. adobe from 1890 to 1948, still resides, of sorts, in a front upstairs room. Dennis L Taylor, The Mercury News, "‘Haunted’ Monterey adobe hits market for $3.35 million," 5 Sep. 2019 Her campaign literature states that Smith has demonstrated over the years concern for the socially and economically disadvantaged, and has worked on public policy matters such as child support, metastatic breast cancer, HIV/AIDS and prison reform. cleveland.com, "South Euclid Mayor Welo gets election challenge from former state senator Shirley Smith; four seek three council at-large seats," 4 Sep. 2019 In Kerala, one of India’s most socially advanced states, aborigines form 1.45% of the 33.4 million population (2011 Census), but have remained alienated. K A Shaji, Quartz India, "Tribals in India’s Kerala are protesting against a Hindu name given to a captured elephant," 30 Aug. 2019 Do supposedly socially tolerant companies donate more to leftists than to candidates on the business-friendly right? The Economist, "Socially liberal companies really do contribute more to Democrats," 29 Aug. 2019 These programs build their confidence and strength and help them grow physically, emotionally and socially. Susan Bryant, sun-sentinel.com, "Big Bad BBQ Bash: 4,000 pounds of all-you-can eat ribs and chicken in Fort Lauderdale," 23 Aug. 2019

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First Known Use of socially

1621, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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