affairs

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The briefings have been chest-thumping affairs, revelling in portrayals of American military supremacy.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

The case is one of several corruption affairs rattling the fragile coalition.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

In his new job, he controlled criminal investigations, crime-scene investigations, internal affairs, the narcotics team and drug-analysis units.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

And a former adviser to Labour on home affairs, Danny Shaw, acknowledged that the party also failed to plan for the long term when in opposition.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Today, she is a deacon at the Mount Calvary United Church of Christ in Durham and remains active in church affairs.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson