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bilateral

[bahy-lat-er-uhl] / baɪˈlæt ər əl /
ADJECTIVE
having two sides
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
multilateral unilateral


Example Sentences

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Personal relations have long helped boost bilateral ties shaped by shifting strategic interests that have at times been strained.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

It was the latest case for having a more bilateral approach to what has been a trilateral trade pact.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Disclosure of the case, and the positive tone from Beijing, adds to the evidence that bilateral ties between the U.S. and China are stabilizing ahead of Trump’s visit to Beijing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Lukashenko described the friendship treaty as fundamental, while Kim said it would "further guarantee the stable development of bilateral relations", Belta reported.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

All of our previous bilateral discussions had been laying the groundwork for these talks, which took place at the World Trade Centre, a modem exhibition center near Jan Smuts Airport in Johannesburg.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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