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Fond of the company of others; sociable; living in flocks or herds (adjective)

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Looking for the answer to the USA Today Rootonym clue “Fond of the company of others; sociable; living in flocks or herds (adjective)”? The solution is GREGARIOUS, a 10-letter word built on the root GREG (“herd, flock”). It appeared in the November 2, 2026 (Monday) USA Today Rootonym. See the full puzzle for that day's other words.

Answer
GREGARIOUS
GREG******GREGmeans “herd, flock”
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In a sentence

The GREGARIOUS director enjoys conversations with everyone in the retirement community.

About this clue

The Rootonym clue “Fond of the company of others; sociable; living in flocks or herds (adjective)” has the answer GREGARIOUS (10 letters), built on the root GREG, which means “herd, flock”. Browse the full November 2, 2026 Rootonym puzzle for the other three words, or see all Rootonym answers.

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