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as in romance
also affaire
a brief romantic relationship
an affair between two singles spending the summer at the same beach resort
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as in event
a social gathering
the annual country club dance is a really fancy affair
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as in production
something produced by physical or intellectual effort
the lead float in the parade was a pretty impressive affair, a giant eagle's head with equally huge wings
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as in incident
something that happens
the whole affair from start to finish took a total of 15 minutes
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as in matter
something to be dealt with
it's none of your affair whom I'm going out with tonight
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Recent Examples of affair
At the same time, when asked directly if the United States is better served by withdrawing from world affairs to put America First, the under-30 MAGA set says yes with a 72% margin.
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Philip Elliott,
Time,
1 July 2026
Alison King, vice president of government affairs at Forescout, argued that organizations should prioritize risk mitigation over risk transfer.
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Heather Wishart-Smith,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Duncan became a high-level baseball player around 9 years old, and even that was a community affair.
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Alex Zietlow
july 1,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2026
As Khloé Kardashian rang in her 42nd birthday on June 27, the mom-of-two ensured the special day was a full family affair—complete with a surprise appearance from ex-boyfriend Tristan Thompson.
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Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
1 July 2026
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Philip Elliott,
Time,
1 July 2026
Alison King, vice president of government affairs at Forescout, argued that organizations should prioritize risk mitigation over risk transfer.
—
Heather Wishart-Smith,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Duncan became a high-level baseball player around 9 years old, and even that was a community affair.
—
Alex Zietlow
july 1,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2026
As Khloé Kardashian rang in her 42nd birthday on June 27, the mom-of-two ensured the special day was a full family affair—complete with a surprise appearance from ex-boyfriend Tristan Thompson.
—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
1 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for affair
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Everything from the casting (male dancers, internet faves, and very few actual models) to the scenery (a 191-year-old venue with plenty of stained glass) to the ambiance (candlelit, with lots of bows and florals) embodied the brand's quintessential mix of romance, community, and nostalgia.
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The action, set on France’s rugged northern coast, is anchored by teen romance, involves far-right anti-migrant activists, and is complicated by blue goo from space that creates clones—including of the two loopy police officers who investigate.
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Greenwood is leading a series of high-profile events to celebrate America's 250th anniversary.
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Fans from around the world attended the event, with many saying this World Cup has felt different.
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Lee said the southwest will host major chip production clusters, drawing on abundant, underused power.
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These products are expected to begin ramping up production and profits in 2027-2028.
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The Florida Forest Service has classified the incident as an active wildfire in Broward County's Everglades field unit.
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Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, a Democrat, said states are shouldering costs once covered by the federal government and often learn about cyber incidents through news reporting rather than federal briefings.
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The news comes as Lackland Air Force Base in Texas — home to the Air Force's Basic Military Training program — grapples with a flu outbreak that has infected 275 people in recent weeks, a congressional staffer with knowledge of the matter told CBS News.
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To make matters worse, microbiome testing has gotten cheaper and faster, but not more accurate.
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Bloc Party’s next album charts the course of such a fling, one that frontman Kele Okereke experienced himself after separating from his long-term partner.
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Don’t look for any insight about Mayer’s fling on Stickler’s social media.
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In movies, friendships end with a big blowup after there has been a significant betrayal by one party.
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Another climber, who was not part of the woman's party, happened to be nearby and was able to help the woman, remaining with her group until responders arrived, per the Forest Service.
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The product, used to manage swallowing difficulties, might cause NEC, the FDA said.
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The historic town center boasts a 13th-century bell tower and municipal palace, cobbled streets, and shops selling local products.
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“Affair.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affair. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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