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relations

British  
/ rɪˈleɪʃənz /

plural noun

  1. social, political, or personal connections or dealings between or among individuals, groups, nations, etc

    to enjoy good relations

  2. family or relatives

  3. euphemistic sexual intercourse

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Baldoni's legal team have said the allegations against him are "categorically false" and argued they hired a crisis public relations manager because Lively had threatened to derail the film unless her demands were met.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

After China took up the mantel as mediator, the two sides agreed to re-establish diplomatic relations.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

According to Loke, Malaysia’s vessels are getting the green light thanks to Kuala Lumpur’s good diplomatic relations with Tehran.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Ties remain cool with former colonial power France, which was swift to call for Bazoum's release, while relations with the European Union are similarly testy.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Mrs. Treski knew about these things because she was a public relations consultant.

From "The Lemonade War" by Jacqueline Davies