working relationship
Americannoun
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working relationships
plural
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a relationship good enough for accomplishing things together.
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the relationship between colleagues or people who interact in the course of work.
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The U.S. and Russia have maintained a working relationship during the Ukraine and Iran wars.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
It remains unclear whether the talks are over a permanent transfer or a loan move, but the two clubs are known to have a positive working relationship.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
Dr. Fauci gloats to himself about his working relationship with Mr. Trump until late in the spring.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
“We expect to continue our strong working relationship with the AFM built on mutual respect for the talented musicians in our industry.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 8, 2026
Their working relationship evolved quickly into courtship, then love.
From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore
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