A. associating
B. chatting
C. conspiring
D. living
✅ The correct answer is option A.
Associating : be involved with; mix.
Associating : be involved with; mix.
Chatting : talk in a friendly and informal way.
Conspiring : make secret plans jointly to commit an unlawful or harmful act.
Living : an income sufficient to live on or the means of earning it.
Hobnobbing : mix socially, especially with those of perceived higher social status.
Synonym of Hobnobbing is Associating