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Affair
01
a sexual relationship between two people in which at least one of them is already committed to someone else
Examples
She was heartbroken when she discovered her husband was having an affair with a colleague.
The scandalous affair between the politician and his assistant made headlines across the country.
02
an event that concerns the public or is of political importance
Examples
The gala was a grand affair.
They hosted an intimate dinner affair.
03
a vaguely specified concern
Examples
The manager dealt with several affairs at once.
Personal affairs can sometimes interfere with work.
04
business and financial matters of a particular person
Examples
Her affairs included property investments and stocks.
The lawyer advised on legal and business affairs.
