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What does "hang out" mean? In which situation can I use this expression?

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Rebecca

In this clip, when Joey says to Chandler "I miss hanging out with you," he means "I miss spending time with you." To "hang out with someone" is an informal expression meaning to enjoy or spend time with someone. You can use this expression in casual situations, such as when you are speaking about your hobbies or how you spend leisure time. Ex: My favorite hobby is to hang out with friends. Ex: I like to hang out with my friends at the arcade.

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