INTERRELATIONSHIP Synonyms: 9 Similar Words

interrelationship

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as in interaction

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Recent Examples of interrelationship Anyway, this case illustrates the interrelationship between the UPEPA special motion and Rule 11 sanctions. — Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

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Some interaction with the Taliban may be unavoidable, but foreign governments should not take steps that confer legitimacy on the regime, which would only embolden the group to deepen its repression at home.

— Rina Amiri, Foreign Affairs, 14 Aug. 2026
The property contains inland wetland resources, providing functions and values, including groundwater interaction, sediment retention, nutrient removal, wildlife habitat, flood storage, and ecological support, the motion says.

— Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026

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Forest and peat fires are an annual problem in Indonesia, which strains relations with neighboring countries.

— ABC News, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
After Kim Jong Un became North Korea’s leader, in late 2011, the country’s relations with China plummeted because of disagreements over Pyongyang’s actions, including Kim’s pursuit of nuclear weapons and the arrest and execution of Kim’s uncle.

— ZHENG JIYONG, Foreign Affairs, 10 Aug. 2026

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Art fairs, collectors’ homes, artists’ studios, galas… The film is a welcoming and entertaining dive amongst the 1% and explores the complicated relationship between artists and commerce.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026
The Pax Mongolica also foreshadowed later forms of global commerce.

— Ethan Teekah, Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 Aug. 2026

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