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as in romances
also affaires
a brief romantic relationship
an affair between two singles spending the summer at the same beach resort
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2
as in events
a social gathering
the annual country club dance is a really fancy affair
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as in productions
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 things
something that happens
the whole affair from start to finish took a total of 15 minutes
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as in matters
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 affairs
Signatories include some heavyweights in the space, such as Grover Norquist, president of Americans for Tax Reform; David McIntosh, president of Club For Growth; and Brent Gardner, chief government affairs officer at Americans for Prosperity.
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Emily Brooks, The Hill, 30 Sep. 2025
While many dome houses are DIY, somewhat hippie-ish affairs, the one at 83 May Hill Road, in Ghent, New York, is a high-end modern home that still shares many of the ecoconscious principles of its handmade counterparts.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 30 Sep. 2025
According to a press release from Omaha police, the incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning and has prompted an internal affairs investigation.
—George Ramsay, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
Prior to joining Precision, Schwenz was a senior vice president and corporate affairs strategist at APCO Worldwide.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2025
The president called for the dismissal of Microsoft's president of global affairs, Lisa Monaco.
—Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 29 Sep. 2025
Sheen described being at the center of seven family interventions, countless affairs, legal battles and messy divorces.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2025
The group’s then-head of government affairs Dan Isett joined that committee, and suddenly the PTC had a seat at the table.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 27 Sep. 2025
So did Fergie, with other affairs that became public knowledge and precipitated the divorce.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 23 Sep. 2025
Emily Brooks, The Hill, 30 Sep. 2025
While many dome houses are DIY, somewhat hippie-ish affairs, the one at 83 May Hill Road, in Ghent, New York, is a high-end modern home that still shares many of the ecoconscious principles of its handmade counterparts.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 30 Sep. 2025
According to a press release from Omaha police, the incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning and has prompted an internal affairs investigation.
—George Ramsay, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
Prior to joining Precision, Schwenz was a senior vice president and corporate affairs strategist at APCO Worldwide.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2025
The president called for the dismissal of Microsoft's president of global affairs, Lisa Monaco.
—Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 29 Sep. 2025
Sheen described being at the center of seven family interventions, countless affairs, legal battles and messy divorces.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2025
The group’s then-head of government affairs Dan Isett joined that committee, and suddenly the PTC had a seat at the table.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 27 Sep. 2025
So did Fergie, with other affairs that became public knowledge and precipitated the divorce.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affairs
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So because romantic magic and parental puns are my Special-Tea; here are a few of my favorite witchy romances with punny titles.—
Audrey Goldberg Ruoff,
PEOPLE,
27 Sep. 2025
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Throughout her prolific career, Cardinale starred in more than 150 films, featuring across genres from comedies and crime dramas to sweeping romances and period films.—
Charisma Madarang,
Rolling Stone,
23 Sep. 2025
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Following the attack, Congress formed the January 6 Committee, a bipartisan entity tasked with investigating what led to the events of the attack.—
Emma Marsden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
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Quarterly events help newcomers feel welcome, with activities like kayaking, hiking in the Hoosier National Forest, and Amish bread-making demonstrations.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Sep. 2025
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Company finances via private and public funds, through co-productions, incentives and strategic partners.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
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However, de Apziazu conceded streamers’ ambition and budgets are still leading to market-leading productions, even if fewer of them are made.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
1 Oct. 2025
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Shannon tries to ram the trainers with elbows because, yeah, Shannon does those kinds of things.—
Peter Larsen,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
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That means creative packing, while also keeping things as lightweight as possible to stay mobile.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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One of the defendants, Benjamin Song — a 32-year-old former Marine Corps reservist who associates described to authorities as a cult-like ringleader who opposes the government on immigration enforcement and on other matters — shot Alvarado Police Department Lt.—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Oct. 2025
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Dale Ellis covers the federal courthouse beat for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, reporting on criminal and civil matters that impact Arkansans.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 Oct. 2025
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While plundering a dungeon lair and stealing artifacts from a museum both have heist elements to them, Skullduggery looks into the other intrigues of adventures in urban environments.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Senior running back/defensive end Ishmaiah Elliott intrigues.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The parties have been in a standoff for days as Democrats, namely in the Senate, have refused to offer the necessary votes to pass a funding measure that would keep the government open beyond Tuesday.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
28 Sep. 2025
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Upon arrival, young guests are treated to a slime smoothie, setting the stage for Nickelodeon character meet-and-greets and impromptu dance parties.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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Some products are tested by third-party labs to ensure their safety and accurate labeling.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
28 Sep. 2025
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The products, according to the agency, are part of a larger investigation related to a Listeria outbreak in chicken fettuccine Alfredo meals.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
28 Sep. 2025
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“Affairs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affairs. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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