in relation to
idiom
formal
1
—used to compare to the size, shape, or position of (some other part of the same thing)
The monkey's eyes are large in relation to its head.
2
—used to talk about what something is like by seeing how it is related to something else
understanding literature in relation to history
3
: about (something or someone) : in reference to
I have several comments to make in relation to the subject at hand.
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French prosecutors have requested rape charges against director Benoît Jacquot in relation to allegations by actresses Isild Le Besco and Julia Roy, according to French media reports.
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Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 3 July 2024
But what is deemed normal is constantly fluctuating — and in this case, is defined in relation to the way Lee spoke of him to the press.
—Jay Deitcher, Rolling Stone, 2 July 2024
Kripke said putting Hughie Sr.’s powers in relation to his son’s reveal how Compound V actually works.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 29 June 2024
Correction: This story has been updated to correct the timing of the attack in relation to evening prayers.
—Darya Tarasova, CNN, 24 June 2024
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Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 3 July 2024
But what is deemed normal is constantly fluctuating — and in this case, is defined in relation to the way Lee spoke of him to the press.
—Jay Deitcher, Rolling Stone, 2 July 2024
Kripke said putting Hughie Sr.’s powers in relation to his son’s reveal how Compound V actually works.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 29 June 2024
Correction: This story has been updated to correct the timing of the attack in relation to evening prayers.
—Darya Tarasova, CNN, 24 June 2024
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“In relation to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20relation%20to. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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