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as in to relate
to have a relation or connection
a person who is an expert in anything pertaining to the history of the American theater
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Most such calls pertained to older voting machines, which will be discontinued after this year.
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Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 5 Nov. 2024
Whether the change pertains to employee benefits, a new sales strategy or an emerging product line, major course changes are rarely smooth.
—Niki Jorgensen, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Investors also mulled over the potential picks for Treasury Secretary ahead of Donald Trump’s second term, with concerns pertaining to the candidates’ experience levels and track record.
—Samantha Subin,sophie Kiderlin, CNBC, 20 Nov. 2024
Upon the creation of ICE in 2003, Homan served in various leadership roles pertaining to investigations and coordination with other law enforcement agencies.
—Raphael Romero Ruiz, The Arizona Republic, 13 Nov. 2024
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Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 5 Nov. 2024
Whether the change pertains to employee benefits, a new sales strategy or an emerging product line, major course changes are rarely smooth.
—Niki Jorgensen, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Investors also mulled over the potential picks for Treasury Secretary ahead of Donald Trump’s second term, with concerns pertaining to the candidates’ experience levels and track record.
—Samantha Subin,sophie Kiderlin, CNBC, 20 Nov. 2024
Upon the creation of ICE in 2003, Homan served in various leadership roles pertaining to investigations and coordination with other law enforcement agencies.
—Raphael Romero Ruiz, The Arizona Republic, 13 Nov. 2024
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For example, internal communities can bridge differences by creating an instant sense of belonging.Subha Barry, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Then, Venus opposite Mars on Dec. 12 creates tension between your personal desires and your sense of belonging in the world, stirring up feelings of needing to prove yourself in both love and friendship.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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The new moon in Sagittarius on December 1 could also ignite fresh inspiration for your creative projects and personal passions and remind you that not all achievements are work related.Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Dec. 2024
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Other income was $43,000, compared to $55,000 in the previous year, due to a lower cash balance and related lower interest income.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Forbes is protected by reCAPTCHA, and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Build Trust Through Small Actions Mentorship thrives on three things: knowing, liking, and trusting someone.Dr. Ruth Gotian, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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While the requirement to stay in character was applied externally—in some cases by media attempts to entrap Santas with the suggestion of inappropriate behavior—the men Hancock interviewed described feeling their own commitment.Laura Clawson, JSTOR Daily, 15 Dec. 2024
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Current clients brought their friends and adult children referred their parents.Sarah Handel, NPR, 18 Dec. 2024
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When reached for comment, UnitedHealth Group referred Newsweek to its statement from last week.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Pertain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pertain. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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