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diplomatic relations
noun [plural]Definition
› the arrangement between two countries by which each has representatives in the other country: Britain threatened to break off diplomatic relations.Diplomacy and mediation
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Synonyms and related words:
- ambassador noun
- ambassadorial adjective
- appease verb
- attaché noun
- bargaining chip noun
- diplomat noun
- diplomatic adjective
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