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human relations

American  

noun

(usually used with a singular verb)
  1. the study of group behavior for the purpose of improving interpersonal relationships, as among employees.


Etymology

Origin of human relations

First recorded in 1915–20

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The human relations software provider posted fourth-quarter earnings and revenue that matched analysts’ estimates but its fiscal-year revenue outlook was shy of expectations.

From Barron's ● Feb. 12, 2026

The employees being pushed out include a human relations director and a product designer, along with Chief Operating Officer Andrew Northwall and Chief Product Officer Sandro De Moraes.

From Salon ● Oct. 4, 2024

“This is a talented, sensitive man who understands human relations as well as anybody I have ever seen,” Brown said of him at the time, adding, “He is literally in an impossible situation.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 22, 2023

Many professionals in the service sector work in teams which include both humans and artificial intelligence systems, which sets new expectations on interactions, human relations, and leadership.

From Science Daily ● Dec. 21, 2023

Don’t forget the human relations committee meeting tonight after school.

From "Tears of a Tiger" by Sharon M. Draper

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