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Friendships are made on Meetup

Since 2002, members have used Meetup to make new friends, meet like-minded people, spend time on hobbies, and connect with locals over shared interests. Learn how.

I Used Meetup to Make Friends at Brunch

New Jersey-based writer and college student Brianna Stryker wanted to meet friends in her hometown. Learn how she used Meetup to make connections by joining a Girls Night Out Meetup group.

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How to Turn Casual Connections into Close Friendships

It’s proven that close friendships are harder to make as an adult. But don’t sweat it: here’s what you can do to simplify the process.

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Do You Have the “Right” Number of Friends?

Studies from around the world have tried to help people answer this question. Learn about the three tiers of friendship and how to fulfill them.

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