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[ noun ] matters of personal concern

Examples

: "get his affairs in order"

Used in print

(Joyce O. Hertzler, American Social Institutions;...)

There is a marked tendency for religions , once firmly established , to resist change , not_only in their own doctrines and policies and practices , but also in secular affairs having religious relevance .

Related terms

concern dirty_laundry

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[ noun ] transactions of professional or public interest

Examples

"news of current affairs" "great affairs of state"

Related terms

transaction world_affairs

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