international relations
noun
plural in form but singular in construction
: a branch of political science concerned with relations between nations and primarily with foreign policies
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These decisions have strained international relations with these countries and faced broad opposition from Democratic lawmakers.
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Sarah Davis, The Hill, 11 Feb. 2026
McMahon now tackles topics like government shutdowns, international relations and the lessons of presidential history.
—Jay Gabler, Twin Cities, 4 Feb. 2026
Nathan Laine | Bloomberg | Getty Images European stock opened higher on Friday, as international relations and corporate earnings remained in focus.
—Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
During his time on the Fed’s board, Warsh also gained international relations experience as the central bank’s representative to the Group of 20, which as Fed chair could be useful.
—Steve Kopack, NBC news, 30 Jan. 2026
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Sarah Davis, The Hill, 11 Feb. 2026
McMahon now tackles topics like government shutdowns, international relations and the lessons of presidential history.
—Jay Gabler, Twin Cities, 4 Feb. 2026
Nathan Laine | Bloomberg | Getty Images European stock opened higher on Friday, as international relations and corporate earnings remained in focus.
—Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
During his time on the Fed’s board, Warsh also gained international relations experience as the central bank’s representative to the Group of 20, which as Fed chair could be useful.
—Steve Kopack, NBC news, 30 Jan. 2026
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“International relations.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/international%20relations. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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