1
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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3
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
Taiwan, too, should keep enhancing its civil and military defenses while restraining its assertions of sovereignty in cross-strait affairs.
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Stephen Wertheim, Foreign Affairs, 28 Oct. 2025
The University of Florida muzzled infectious disease experts, said emeritus professor Doug Barrett, formerly the university’s chief of pediatrics and senior vice president for health affairs.
—Arthur Allen, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
Six-year-old Jin-seung (Moon Woo-bin) is having trouble fitting in with his adoptive parents (Shim Hye-jin and Kim Jin-geun) — a state of affairs that grows more distressing with the birth of a new baby.
—Katie Rife, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Oct. 2025
Early in their careers, Bitzer, who mainly handles 800 Pound Gorilla’s business affairs, and Greiman, who focuses on creative development, worked in country music — both in artist management, and Greiman, at Outback Presents, a leading promoter of country music and comedy tours.
—Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 27 Oct. 2025
In separate interviews, Podhrazska and d’Aleman agreed that Canadians tend to have a broader understanding of European history and current affairs than American travelers, owing to their own historical connection with Europe as a Commonwealth country, and their French-Canadian heritage.
—Vivian Song, CNN Money, 27 Oct. 2025
Noss has been with the MPA since 2006, and previously acted as counsel and director of government affairs for the national copyright collective, representing authors and publishers.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2025
Democratic groups are pouring money into the contests, traditionally low-cost affairs.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
The 64-year-old has served as minister of economic security and internal affairs.
—Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2025
Stephen Wertheim, Foreign Affairs, 28 Oct. 2025
The University of Florida muzzled infectious disease experts, said emeritus professor Doug Barrett, formerly the university’s chief of pediatrics and senior vice president for health affairs.
—Arthur Allen, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
Six-year-old Jin-seung (Moon Woo-bin) is having trouble fitting in with his adoptive parents (Shim Hye-jin and Kim Jin-geun) — a state of affairs that grows more distressing with the birth of a new baby.
—Katie Rife, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Oct. 2025
Early in their careers, Bitzer, who mainly handles 800 Pound Gorilla’s business affairs, and Greiman, who focuses on creative development, worked in country music — both in artist management, and Greiman, at Outback Presents, a leading promoter of country music and comedy tours.
—Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 27 Oct. 2025
In separate interviews, Podhrazska and d’Aleman agreed that Canadians tend to have a broader understanding of European history and current affairs than American travelers, owing to their own historical connection with Europe as a Commonwealth country, and their French-Canadian heritage.
—Vivian Song, CNN Money, 27 Oct. 2025
Noss has been with the MPA since 2006, and previously acted as counsel and director of government affairs for the national copyright collective, representing authors and publishers.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2025
Democratic groups are pouring money into the contests, traditionally low-cost affairs.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
The 64-year-old has served as minister of economic security and internal affairs.
—Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affairs
Noun
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Off-screen, the Fire Country cast's real-life romances are less complicated.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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And according to experts, that willingness and commitment often carry over into how someone navigates their real-world romances too.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Hamdi spoke at a gala for the Council on American Islamic Relations in Sacramento, California, on Saturday and was scheduled to speak on Sunday at one of the group’s events in Florida, the organization said in a statement.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
27 Oct. 2025
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That simple, unassuming invitation was the first in a chain of events that led to the killing of 23-year-old Guillermo Kelly-Torres at a home on the 9200 block of E Street in Oakland, according to witness testimony.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
26 Oct. 2025
Noun
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There is also competition to book out some of Toho Studios’ sound stages, where Netflix has booked out several stages for their productions.—
Sara Merican,
Deadline,
29 Oct. 2025
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Weiss highlighted the skills transfer between large international productions and local films.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Aneurysms form when a weak spot develops in a blood vessel wall, often due to things like high blood pressure, smoking, or genetics.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Health,
25 Oct. 2025
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Meghan’s travel formula is warm, comfortable, and practical for holiday getaways, which is why now is a good time to copy her pieces before things really get busy.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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To compound matters, West Ham’s forthcoming games against Newcastle United (H), Burnley (H), Bournemouth (A), Liverpool (H), Manchester United (A), Brighton (A), Aston Villa (H) and Manchester City (A).—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
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The retail and banking industries, rarely allies in Washington on policy matters related to point-of-sale, are demanding that Washington issue guidance or pass a law fixing the issues that are arising due to the shortage.—
Ken Sweet,
Fortune,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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His firepower for short stints on the mound intrigues the Rockies.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
29 Sep. 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
Noun
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The three-day Nashville event (like the position) has grown in popularity and recognition — especially so after Taylor Swift, the most famous pop star on the planet who also happens to be engaged to Kelce, gave an impromptu performance at one of its parties last summer.—
Jourdan Rodrigue,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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His victory ended nearly a decade of Democratic control in Richmond and underscored the state’s potential to swing between the parties.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In a message with Semafor, Lee said that the publication would launch on Monday with a 3-part investigation, its first data interface, and other products.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Most of the products expire in 2028 or 2029, with the earliest expiration date among the products in April 2027, according to the list that detailed the nearly 5 million items.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Affairs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affairs. Accessed 1 Nov. 2025.
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