Similar words: state of affairs, affair, love affair, fair sex, affable, affably, fair, affability. Meaning: [ə'feə] 
n. 1. matters of personal concern 2. transactions of professional or public interest.
n. 1. matters of personal concern 2. transactions of professional or public interest. 271. Their power derives primarily from an active interest Republic affairs and a willingness to work hard for causes in which they believe.
272. She too endured harsh criticism and partisan pressure for becoming openly involved in public affairs.
273. Lowther was a confirmed Londoner and absentee landlord who took a keen interest in the detailed affairs of his estate.
274. Politics: A strife of interests masquerading as a contest of principles. The conduct of public affairs for private advantage. Ambrose Bierce 
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