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 relationship between England and the counties has come under scrutiny following this winter's Ashes defeat and England and Wales Cricket Board managing director Rob Key has spoken about wanting to improve relations.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
Rodríguez, 56, praised the decision as “a significant step in the right direction” to normalize relations with the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
Beijing will have hoped that better diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran would reduce the likelihood for regional tensions.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
Ties remain cool with former colonial power France, which was swift to call for Bazoum's release, while relations with the European Union are similarly testy.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
When appointed to a council committee to look into the proposal during the summer, one councilman refused, angrily protesting, “The council knows the need for a human relations commission, and it has failed to act...”
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
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