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affairs

/əˈfɛəz/ /əˈfɛɹz/

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(often in the plural) Something which is done or is to be done; business of any kind, commercial, professional, or public.

Examples :

"a difficult affair to manage"

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Any proceeding or action which it is wished to refer to or characterize vaguely.

Examples :

"an affair of honor, a duel; an affair of love, an intrigue"

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An action or engagement not of sufficient magnitude to be called a battle.

Examples :

"The border guards reported minor affairs with smugglers, but no full-scale battles occurred. "

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A material object (vaguely designated).

Examples :

"He used a hook-shaped affair with a long handle to unlock the car."

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An adulterous relationship. (from affaire de cœur).

Examples :

"The politician's career ended when the public learned about his multiple affairs. "

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A romantic relationship with someone who is not one's regular partner (boyfriend, girlfriend).

Examples :

"The gossip at the office was all about John's affairs with several different women. "

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A person with whom someone has an adulterous relationship.

Examples :

""After the divorce, Sarah learned that her husband had multiple affairs during their marriage." "

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A party or social gathering, especially of a formal nature.

Examples :

"The school held several formal affairs, like dances and award ceremonies, throughout the year. "

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The (male or female) genitals.

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