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relationship

1 of 1noun
/rɪ.ˈleɪ.ʃən.ˌʃɪp/
Forms:relationships
1

the connection among two or more things or people or the way in which they are connected

B2
  • Building a strong relationship with customers is crucial for business success.
  • She has a close relationship with her siblings and sees them regularly.
  • The therapist helps couples improve their relationships through communication.
  • There's a symbiotic relationship between plants and bees in pollination.
  • Understanding the employer-employee relationship is essential for a productive workplace.
2

any connection between people by kinship or marriage

B1
  • Despite living in different countries, they discovered a familial relationship through their shared great-great-grandfather.
  • Their relationship can be traced back to their great-grandparents who were siblings.
  • The family reunion was a chance for relatives to reminisce about their shared relationships going back several generations.
  • The family tree revealed unexpected relationships between branches that hadn't communicated for decades.
  • Even though they grew up continents apart, they share a strong sense of kinship due to their familial relationship.
3

a passionate and romantic connection between two people

B1
  • Their relationship blossomed into a deep love after years of friendship.
  • They're in a committed relationship and plan to marry next year.
  • Despite the challenges they face, their relationship remains strong and resilient.
  • Their whirlwind romance led to a passionate and fulfilling relationship.
  • Their relationship is characterized by affection, intimacy, and shared dreams for the future.
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4

a state of interaction, dealings, or association between people, parties, or countries