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as in relates
to have a relation or connection
a person who is an expert in anything pertaining to the history of the American theater
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Recent Examples of pertains
My question pertains to my vehicle, 2015 Toyota 4Runner.
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John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs and Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
The database currently includes information that pertains only to people age 65 or older.
—Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2026
Much of the controversy surrounding Bad Bunny’s impending Super Bowl performance pertains to him singing exclusively in Spanish.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026
Kirt said the measure pertains to the fundamental way the Oklahoma Insurance Department deals with rate increases.
—Jeff Elkins, Oklahoman, 30 Jan. 2026
One possibly surprising difference across various models pertains to the bottom drawer.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 28 Jan. 2026
Involuntary Collections Halted For Defaulted Federal Student Loans The Education Department’s announcement last week pertains specifically to involuntary collections efforts against borrowers in default on their federal student loans.
—Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
In contrast, Zone Zero pertains to landscaping and what is near or up against the home.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
That path, outlined in federal statute, largely pertains to federal officers accused of wrongdoing in the context of their job.
—Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 18 Jan. 2026
John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs and Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
The database currently includes information that pertains only to people age 65 or older.
—Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2026
Much of the controversy surrounding Bad Bunny’s impending Super Bowl performance pertains to him singing exclusively in Spanish.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026
Kirt said the measure pertains to the fundamental way the Oklahoma Insurance Department deals with rate increases.
—Jeff Elkins, Oklahoman, 30 Jan. 2026
One possibly surprising difference across various models pertains to the bottom drawer.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 28 Jan. 2026
Involuntary Collections Halted For Defaulted Federal Student Loans The Education Department’s announcement last week pertains specifically to involuntary collections efforts against borrowers in default on their federal student loans.
—Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
In contrast, Zone Zero pertains to landscaping and what is near or up against the home.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
That path, outlined in federal statute, largely pertains to federal officers accused of wrongdoing in the context of their job.
—Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 18 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pertains
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From here on out, the entire roster is under the microscope as the front office weighs who truly belongs in the team’s long-term plans.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Damipow Satin Silk Button-down Shirt Elegant and timeless, this satin button-down blouse belongs in every elevated travel wardrobe.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Feb. 2026
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But the story Sorkin relates is really all about the insiders, their privileged lives, their thoughts and actions.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
11 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, the omniscient, just-the-facts-ma’am narration relates the days and times and events with an efficiency that speaks to us of the unstoppable nature of fate.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
31 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Its flat side can be used for outlining; its fine tip fills in sparse areas with hairlike strokes; and the broad side of the tip applies wider strokes as needed.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
19 Feb. 2026
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The certification currently applies to Longchamp’s leather goods division, the core of the business, but the assessment extended beyond raw material sourcing to encompass internal logistics, governance structures, supplier management and even event production and influencer marketing guidelines.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The referendum refers political reforms that include prime ministerial term limits, stronger checks on executive power and other safeguards preventing parliamentary power consolidation.—
Julhas Alam,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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The council refers more than half of the reports to local district attorneys, but most take no action.—
Nick Penzenstadler,
USA Today,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Pertains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pertains. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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