in relation to

phrase

formal

1

—used to compare to the size, shape, or position of (some other part of the same thing)

The monkey's eyes are large in relation to its head.

2

—used to talk about what something is like by seeing how it is related to something else

understanding literature in relation to history

3

: about (something or someone) : in reference to

I have several comments to make in relation to the subject at hand.

Examples of in relation to in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The prosecution said Brand was interviewed in relation to this offence, and provided a statement to police. — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 14 Oct. 2026

Managers therefore need to assess both capability and confidence in relation to the specific decision. — Thomas Lim, Forbes.com, 13 Oct. 2026

Materials, fit, construction and technologies are developed in relation to one another from the earliest stages of the project. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026

Michael Grayse, Kyron Grayse, Daquan Hare and Randy Parker-Smith are each charged with one count of assault on a federal employee and one count of discharge of a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence. — Nicholas Lentz, CBS News, 11 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for in relation to

• accrue
• ado
• ainu
• aircrew
• airscrew
• anew
• askew
• baboo
• babu
• bamboo
• beaucoup
• bijou