related
adjective
re·lat·ed
ri-ˈlā-təd 
1
: connected by reason of an established or discoverable relation
2
: connected by common ancestry or sometimes by marriage
3
: having close harmonic connection
—used of tones, chords, or tonalities
relatedly
adverb
relatedness
noun
Examples of related in a Sentence
ancient history and other related subjects
I just found out that my best friend and I are related through distant cousins.
Horses and donkeys are related.
The words “play” and “playful” are related.
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The complaint contains claims for negligence, bad faith, conspiracy and related grievances.
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 28 Mar. 2025
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—Ryan Waniata, Wired News, 28 Mar. 2025
In a related action, the Coalition for Green Capital, a separate group that received $5 billion from the Biden-era program, sued Citibank, alleging breach of contract over the refusal to disburse the grant funds.
—Jeff Amy, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2025
According to court records, Baret was arrested on related state charges on April 10, 2024.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 26 Mar. 2025
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Be sure to check out our related guides, including the Best Electric Bicycles, Best Electric Cargo Bikes, Best Ebikes for Elderly Riders, and Best Kids Bikes.
—Ryan Waniata, Wired News, 28 Mar. 2025
In a related action, the Coalition for Green Capital, a separate group that received $5 billion from the Biden-era program, sued Citibank, alleging breach of contract over the refusal to disburse the grant funds.
—Jeff Amy, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2025
According to court records, Baret was arrested on related state charges on April 10, 2024.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 26 Mar. 2025
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“Related.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/related. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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