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as in romances
also affaires
a brief romantic relationship
an affair between two singles spending the summer at the same beach resort
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as in events
a social gathering
the annual country club dance is a really fancy affair
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as in productions
something produced by physical or intellectual effort
the lead float in the parade was a pretty impressive affair, a giant eagle's head with equally huge wings
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as in things
something that happens
the whole affair from start to finish took a total of 15 minutes
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as in matters
something to be dealt with
it's none of your affair whom I'm going out with tonight
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Recent Examples of affairs
One of the risks in leadership is getting too comfortable with the state of affairs without realizing its drawbacks.
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Nirmal Chhabria, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Giuliani put him in charge of the mayoral transition team in 1993 but Parsons turned down an offer to become deputy mayor for fiscal affairs.
—Marty Steinberg, CNBC, 26 Dec. 2024
This holiday week, the Tribune Editorial Board is looking back at the year through editorials covering Chicagoland, the machinations of City Hall, the presidential election of 2024 and national and world affairs.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 26 Dec. 2024
Continue reading … GENERATIONAL CHOICE – AOC's loss in bid for House committee chair highlights Democrats' state of affairs.
—Fox News, 26 Dec. 2024
Bowser’s federal affairs staff had long been working with Lee’s office to try to get the senator to drop his objections.
—Meagan Flynn, Baltimore Sun, 26 Dec. 2024
Not knowing which country the event's most important matches will be played underlines cricket being handcuffed to the whims of money-spinner India, whose power might be heightened by the ascension of former boss Jay Shah running the sport's affairs globally.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
The Republic's own Deb, Indigenous affairs reporter Deb Krol, sat down with Haaland for an exit interview last week, reviewing the last four years spent overseeing public lands, national parks, Indigenous populations and more in what has become the nation's largest federal agency.
—Shaun McKinnon, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
As if there was a hangover from going score-for-score in 40-plus point affairs over the last two outings, the offense couldn’t pick things up right away, especially after the Patriots had just punched in their first possession for a touchdown.
—Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Nirmal Chhabria, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Giuliani put him in charge of the mayoral transition team in 1993 but Parsons turned down an offer to become deputy mayor for fiscal affairs.
—Marty Steinberg, CNBC, 26 Dec. 2024
This holiday week, the Tribune Editorial Board is looking back at the year through editorials covering Chicagoland, the machinations of City Hall, the presidential election of 2024 and national and world affairs.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 26 Dec. 2024
Continue reading … GENERATIONAL CHOICE – AOC's loss in bid for House committee chair highlights Democrats' state of affairs.
—Fox News, 26 Dec. 2024
Bowser’s federal affairs staff had long been working with Lee’s office to try to get the senator to drop his objections.
—Meagan Flynn, Baltimore Sun, 26 Dec. 2024
Not knowing which country the event's most important matches will be played underlines cricket being handcuffed to the whims of money-spinner India, whose power might be heightened by the ascension of former boss Jay Shah running the sport's affairs globally.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
The Republic's own Deb, Indigenous affairs reporter Deb Krol, sat down with Haaland for an exit interview last week, reviewing the last four years spent overseeing public lands, national parks, Indigenous populations and more in what has become the nation's largest federal agency.
—Shaun McKinnon, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
As if there was a hangover from going score-for-score in 40-plus point affairs over the last two outings, the offense couldn’t pick things up right away, especially after the Patriots had just punched in their first possession for a touchdown.
—Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affairs
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Communicating with like minds at networking events, industry conferences and on business platforms does more than break the ice.—
John Hall,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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In the wake of the New Year's Day terror attack in New Orleans, security officials across the country are on high alert for a series of high-profile events now feared to be targets.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Jan. 2025
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Few cities in America maintain a professional network of suburban theaters that specialize in splashy productions of Broadway musicals; Chicago has just such a still-thriving circuit in Aurora, Oakbrook Terrace and Lincolnshire.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Dec. 2024
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Then there are productions like Severance, the Apple TV+ show, where midcentury-modern design is used as a symbol for delusion and conformity.—
Rachel Davies,
Architectural Digest,
24 Dec. 2024
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But subtle little things — developments unlikely to make headlines – can also be big winners.—
Dewayne Bevil,
Orlando Sentinel,
28 Dec. 2024
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But now things are getting even more messy.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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Industry sources estimate the products’ first-year sales will come in around $1 million.—
James Manso,
WWD,
6 Jan. 2025
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As for Credo’s own line, the new body products feature a proprietary sugar kelp extract that was ethically harvested in Maine by Atlantic Sea Farms, as well as mineral-rich sea water and a ferment of spirulina, seaweed and sea lettuce.—
James Manso,
WWD,
6 Jan. 2025
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Multilateral organizations may also need clear protocols outlining who can access confidential materials, under what circumstances, and for how long.—
Allison Carnegie,
Foreign Affairs,
24 Dec. 2024
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The owner does have the theoretical option to try to convince a court that building expenses or other circumstances justify a higher rent increase, but few owners will go to the trouble or expense.—
Joshua Stein,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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In the large window division, first place was awarded to Southwest Connection, which had a Native American theme and in second place went to Sweet Elizabeth Jane whose top hats looked toward New Year’s Eve celebrations.—
Janet Kusterer,
Baltimore Sun,
8 Jan. 2025
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So his wins, his celebrations are mine and mine are his.—
Jack Smart,
People.com,
8 Jan. 2025
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Parts 1 and 2 premiered earlier this year, with each part consisting of five episodes.—
Jodi Guglielmi,
Rolling Stone,
24 Dec. 2024
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Each part consists of five episodes.—
Jackie Strause,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Dec. 2024
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To meet consumer expectations for fast, secure transactions, businesses must enhance their payment offerings by integrating digital wallets and prioritizing real-time payment capabilities.—
Rick Watkin,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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The financial crisis of 2008 forced businesses to rethink everything from hiring to operational expenses.—
Eric Steele,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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“Affairs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affairs. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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