affairs
1. matters of personal concern (Freq. 8) - get his affairs in order • Syn: personal business, personal matters • Hypernyms: concern • Hyponyms: dirty linen, dirty laundry 2. transactions of professional or public interest (Freq. 1) - news of current affairs - great affairs of state • Hypernyms: transaction, dealing, dealings • Hyponyms: world affairs, international affairs, politics
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