- 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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When Blume became CEO four years ago, he was welcomed as a peacemaker, a consensus-minded company lifer who would restore relations between bosses and workers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
On a break outside the courtroom, Garcia, who is studying for his master’s degree in public relations, confessed he had “no idea what anybody’s talking about.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026
Harry, 41, appeared to have mended relations with his father, King Charles III, who is battling cancer, during more recent UK visits.
From Barron's ● Sep. 2, 2026
The Bayeux Tapestry records a much earlier chapter in Anglo-French relations, when King William of Normandy fought King Harold for the throne of England.
From BBC ● Sep. 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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