- plural of relation.
relations
Britishplural noun
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social, political, or personal connections or dealings between or among individuals, groups, nations, etc
to enjoy good relations
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family or relatives
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euphemistic sexual intercourse
Example Sentences
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Israeli travelers are particularly exposed: they have become a fast-growing source of visitors since the countries normalized relations in 2020.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 4, 2026
Dan McKernan, who handled media relations for the event, estimated some 2,000 people attended.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2026
Among the newer sources of tourism demand in recent years have been Israeli travelers, whose numbers surged after the countries normalized relations in 2020, helped by visa-free travel and frequent direct flights.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 4, 2026
That would be bad for community relations and a strain on police resources as they keep a round-the-clock watch on Drumcree hill and the Garvaghy Road.
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
Once the Baker made a mistake and came in through the gate reserved for the friends and relations, and Miss Lark was so angry that she said she wouldn’t have any more bread ever.
From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers
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