affairs

Example Sentences

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The government would be kept out of economic affairs, other than to provide the needed capital.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

The same might not be said of Angus Robertson, the SNP's campaign manager and the government's external affairs and culture secretary.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Uy was the Nevada political director for Harris’ 2020 presidential campaign and later served as deputy director of public engagement and intergovernmental affairs for her when she was vice president.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

"If this can take place, the ministry of foreign affairs will coordinate it," said a spokesperson.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

“Of course,” I replied; and “such is often done by men of business, who do not like the whole of their affairs to be known by any one person.”

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker