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Affair of State

Description:

An affair of state refers to a significant and often delicate matter or event that is of great importance to a nation or government.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. The president dealt with various affairs of state during his visit to the foreign country.
2. An affair of state like this requires careful consideration and diplomatic finesse.
3. The scandal had far-reaching consequences for the nation's affairs of state.

Adjective:

1. The ambassador attended the affair of state banquet held in her honor.
2. Leaders from across the globe gathered for the affair of state summit to discuss pressing issues.
3. They held a grand affair of state ceremony to commemorate the historical treaty.

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