foreign affairs
Americanplural noun
plural noun
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matters abroad that involve the homeland, such as relations with another country
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matters that do not involve the homeland
Etymology
Origin of foreign affairs
First recorded in 1605–15
Example Sentences
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In a country at the center of global trade, many local security agencies have an interest in foreign affairs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
Guest: Josh Keating, senior correspondent covering foreign affairs at Vox.
From Slate ● Jul. 29, 2026
He served as a military lawyer and attained the rank of Air Force colonel, an experience that informed his interventionist stance in foreign affairs.
From Barron's ● Jul. 12, 2026
"The alliance reinforces Australia and Fiji's commitment to a peaceful, prosperous and secure region," said Australia's foreign affairs department.
From Barron's ● Jul. 6, 2026
Critics said he had no right to speak on foreign affairs.
From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge
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