as in affaire
a brief romantic relationship
an office romance that ended with hurt feelings on both sides
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David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
The couple first sparked dating rumors in September 2023, before confirming their romance by stepping out hand-in-hand in New York City the following month.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 3 Nov. 2024
Katie Jackson, Robb Report, 9 July 2024
Remember, Rob Pelinka romanced Redick early in the search, but then suddenly changed direction and threw $70 million at Connecticut mastermind Dan Hurley.
—Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2024
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Pop star Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce became one of the hottest celebrity couples after going public with their romance in September 2023.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
The couple first sparked dating rumors in September 2023, before confirming their romance by stepping out hand-in-hand in New York City the following month.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 3 Nov. 2024
Verb
What to Do While parts of the Palace of Versailles’ park will be closed for events, the museum, gardens and The Grand Trianon—where the Sun King romanced his mistress—will remain open.
—Katie Jackson, Robb Report, 9 July 2024
Remember, Rob Pelinka romanced Redick early in the search, but then suddenly changed direction and threw $70 million at Connecticut mastermind Dan Hurley.
—Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2024
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The Biden administration tried to woo the working class with subsidies and stimulus, but there is no economic solution to what is primarily a crisis of respect.David Brooks, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024
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The big picture: Trump has been trying to woo disenchanted Latino men and Native American voters — crucial parts of the Democratic coalition — but the effort was hurt after the New York rally.Russell Contreras, Axios, 31 Oct. 2024
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However, the boyfriend eventually had an affair with another girl.Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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As Americans cast their votes, a Chinese Embassy spokesperson reaffirmed Beijing's commitment to respecting the United States' internal affairs, stating that China hopes to collaborate with the U.S. regardless of the election's outcome.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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That sparked debate about whether attempts to curb China’s technological advancements have been effective.AFP, Fortune Asia, 24 Oct. 2024
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Timely Cold Fronts Cold fronts spark deer movement.Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 24 Oct. 2024
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However, according to social media, Donald Trump’s vice presidential pick, JD Vance, had a memorable fling with one of his roommates— a couch in his Appalachian home growing up.Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2024
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Where to watch: Netflix ‘Lonely Planet’ In the romantic drama, a posh writers' retreat is the setting for a May-December fling.Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 25 Oct. 2024
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The two began dating seemingly in Sept. 2023 months after Pardi split from Megan Thee Stallion.Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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According to People magazine, Mariah the Scientist and Young Thung, both Atlanta natives, first collaborated on a song in March 2021 and began dating six months later.Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Romance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/romance. Accessed 19 Nov. 2024.
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