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Within the concepts of [[sociology]], cliques are a formation of two or more individuals who share bonding characteristics that allow for them to identify with one another to form a [[social network]]. Those within the group communicate and associate with one another more than those outside of the group.<ref>{{cite journal|last1=Tichy|first1=Noel|title=An Analysis of Clique Formation and Structure in Organizations|journal=Administrative Science Quarterly|volume=18|issue=2|pages=194–208|jstor=2392063|ref=Vol. 18, No. 2 pp. 194-208|year=1973|doi=10.2307/2392063}}</ref> The formation of cliques can be identified within different [[social environment]]s throughout the course their lives. One person may be part of multiple cliques, each forming and functioning independently from one another. Cliques are relevant in society due to the [[social influence]] or [[peer pressure]] that results from the interactions with individuals who share a common characteristic. The outcomes associated with clique formations may be endless, with varying degrees of influence.<ref>{{cite journal|last1=Miller|first1=Delbert C.|title=Decision-Making Cliques in Community Power Structures: A Comparative Study of an American and English City|journal=American Journal of Sociology|volume=64|issue=3|pages=299–310|jstor=2773197|year=1958|doi=10.1086/222473|s2cid=143758716}}</ref> So, a formal clique, such as a professional organization, would have a different kind of influence as compared to a social clique consisting of close friends.