in relation to

idiom

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 pair orbit a significant distance from the icy world, farther out in relation to the dwarf planet's size than expected. —Nola Taylor Tillman, Space.com, 10 Sep. 2025

Additionally, domain names are appreciating assets, and their value tends to grow over time, especially in relation to emerging industries or trending phrases. —Michael Gargiulo, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025

Bill 2331/22 establishes a minimum theatrical window of 63 days (nine weeks), which represents an improvement in relation to current market practices but is less than what exhibitors and distributors demand. —Marcelo Cajueiro, Variety, 9 Sep. 2025

This may be in relation to a significant friendship or group activities. —Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025

Rhymes for in relation to

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