The affair
Example: The affair involves multiple stakeholders
Definition
"The affair" refers to a particular event, situation, or matter, often involving some level of complexity or significance. It can denote a public or private issue that attracts attention, such as a political scandal or a personal relationship, as in the phrase 'The affair involves multiple stakeholders.'
Etymology
The phrase "the affair" comes from the French word 'affaire,' meaning 'business' or 'matter.' It was adopted into English in the late Middle Ages and originally referred to a concern or transaction. Did you know? Over time, 'affair' expanded to cover various contexts, from official matters to romantic liaisons.
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"The affair" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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