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affair

[uh-fair] / əˈfɛər /




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At least he’s justified, he believes, having caught Lisa in an affair with her scene partner.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

The White House Correspondents’ Association annual dinner has become a buzzy affair on the Washington, D.C., calendar because of all the prominent journalists, politicians and celebrities on hand.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

Its premiere in Los Angeles -- the adopted home of the "Billie Jean" performer -- also became a family affair, led by the film's star and icon's nephew Jaafar Jackson.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Ammel decided to write back: “Are you having an affair with my husband?” she texted from her spouse’s phone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

Overall, it was a dignified, friendly affair and a reminder that even heads of state are capable of talking about their children and joking about the British weather.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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