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relation

[ri-ley-shuhn] / rɪˈleɪ ʃən /


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Rizzo is confident that while the absolute numbers sound big, they really aren’t in relation to their debt to cashflow ratios.

From MarketWatch Aug. 12, 2026

Though he lost his first attempt in 1986, Jones won their rematch two years later after Swindall had been indicted for perjury in relation to a money-laundering scheme.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 11, 2026

Bielsa, like Iraola now, encouraged players to change their positions in relation to each other.

From BBC Aug. 10, 2026

While free cash flow is forecast to remain negative next year for most hyperscalers, demand from customers and contracted orders are improving in relation to spending on AI, they said.

From MarketWatch Aug. 10, 2026

“There is no relation between the massive accumulation of wealth in one part of the world and abject misery in another.”

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French

In Kandahar, home of the supreme leader, medical student Sanaullah Yousufzai said the rule had improved relations between teachers and students.

From Barron's Aug. 13, 2026

In recent weeks, the mayor’s relations with fellow Democratic politicians have grown more tense.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 12, 2026

Sustained demand signals to airlines that passengers are willing to cough up the extra cash to secure a seat, said Peter Vlitas, executive vice president of partner relations for international travel brand Internova Travel Group.

From MarketWatch Aug. 12, 2026

“Our grant is about service and partnership for the benefit of the people of South Los Angeles,” said John Yamamoto, vice president for community health and government relations for Kaiser Permanente in Southern California.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2026

We’re all keeping our hopes up for family relations, I guess, but our true family fell apart after Ruth May’s tragic death.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver




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