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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The two countries will “exchange views on bilateral relations and issues of mutual interest,” said Mao Ning, a spokeswoman for China’s Foreign Ministry, in a Friday briefing.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
“Mr. Pauken hoped his work would promote peaceful relations and advance the cause of religious freedom in China,” the lawyer said in a statement.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
While Wellington does not have diplomatic relations with Taiwan, "this does not preclude New Zealand from maintaining trade, economic, cultural and indigenous exchanges", the foreign ministry said.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
Despite the friction in US-Canada relations, Greer has said that he envisions preserving parts of the USMCA.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
We’re all keeping our hopes up for family relations, I guess, but our true family fell apart after Ruth May’s tragic death.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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