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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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2
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
Sheen described being at the center of seven family interventions, countless affairs, legal battles and messy divorces.
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Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, Simone Bellotti’s debut as the designer of Jil Sander felt like a whisper in comparison to Gucci’s glitzy affair.
—Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
He was fired by then-Athletic Director Jeff Long on April 10, 2012, nine days after Petrino’s motorcycle wreck which eventually revealed his affair with an athletic department staff member.
—Tom Murphy, Arkansas Online, 28 Sep. 2025
This year’s version of the 2024 Oregon game is a must-stay-close affair for Boise State’s playoff pursuit.
—Jon Wilner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Sep. 2025
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Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, Simone Bellotti’s debut as the designer of Jil Sander felt like a whisper in comparison to Gucci’s glitzy affair.
—Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
He was fired by then-Athletic Director Jeff Long on April 10, 2012, nine days after Petrino’s motorcycle wreck which eventually revealed his affair with an athletic department staff member.
—Tom Murphy, Arkansas Online, 28 Sep. 2025
This year’s version of the 2024 Oregon game is a must-stay-close affair for Boise State’s playoff pursuit.
—Jon Wilner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for affair
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Prince William, Princess Kate and Rebirth Disinterest in the monarchy did not last, however, as the fairy-tale romance between Prince William and Princess Kate rekindled interest in the royals.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
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Smitten Booktique has been a rolling romance book concept for the past year (and offering books inside a Painted Tree booth for two).—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
27 Sep. 2025
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Kelly opened her speech by telling the students that Charlie Kirk had been really looking forward to coming to this event.—
Amy DeLaura,
The Washington Examiner,
25 Sep. 2025
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From splurge-worthy sales to dazzling holiday collections, there is much to look forward to… though few events get the gals going like Merit’s signature makeup bag remix.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
25 Sep. 2025
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Much of that production came as the Eagles mounted their second-half comeback.—
Matt Audilet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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Kyle Palmieri has stepped up over the last couple of seasons, but the Islanders need more production.—
The Athletic NHL,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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Mackay didn’t want to relive that incident, but was willing to talk about the Ryder Cup that best informs what awaits the Europeans this week — Brookline in 1999.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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The stepdaughter told her aunt about the alleged incident, and the aunt and other relatives reported it to the authorities.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
23 Sep. 2025
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In recent discussions with NBC, YouTube TV, part of Google parent Alphabet, has sought terms that the broadcaster felt were markedly better than those already negotiated with other carriers, according to a person familiar with the matter.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
26 Sep. 2025
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Labels matter Security analysts say the situation in Haiti continues to defy clear international legal characterization and the choice of labels – crisis, armed conflict, gangs, terrorist groups, armed groups, criminal groups, insurgents – carries significant legal and humanitarian implications.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
26 Sep. 2025
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People have often tried to predict the end of the world, and while rumors of its imminent demise have been exaggerated, the viral video by Mhlakela and mixed social media reaction to it show the intrigue that the belief retains.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Sep. 2025
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Audiences will return to coastal Canada with the Season 2 premiere of Fox‘s Murder in a Small Town on Tuesday night and, per its stars, should expect a deeper romance, more political intrigue and several new characters to boot.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
23 Sep. 2025
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Tucker missed that party last week, leaving Pittsburgh on the same day the Cubs secured their first postseason appearance since 2020.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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As both parties gear up for the 2028 elections and midterms, the episode underscores how viral moments and digital tactics could potentially shape perceptions of political leadership in the United States.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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PCMag editors select and review products independently.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
30 Sep. 2025
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The risk is higher for older adults, pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, children, and anyone taking other CNS-depressant medications or products.—
Alex Yampolsky,
Verywell Health,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Affair.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affair. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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