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.
Examples of in relation to in a Sentence
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Initial studies suggest that probiotics may provide additional immune support, though more research is needed to understand the strain, dose, and timing of probiotics in relation to cold and flu season.
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Sarah Anzlovar, Ms, Verywell Health, 19 Apr. 2024
Grant resolved to redistribute the settlement to the organization Hacked Off, which formed in relation to phone-hacking scandals in the U.K. with the goal of reforming the country’s press.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 17 Apr. 2024
Cohen pleaded guilty to campaign finance violations in relation to the Daniels money and served more than a year in prison on a three-year sentence.
—Jeffrey Fleishman, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2024
Even though a doctor and nurse were criminally charged in relation to Serna’s death — and some of the videos were shown in open court — San Diego County lawyers have insisted the material remain sealed from public view.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2024
Pharmacist Pharmacists have several responsibilities in relation to medication management including dispensing prescription medication, providing education and counseling to patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
—Goldie Chan, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
Some of the arrests recently made in relation to the crime wave have been Venezuelan migrants.
—Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2024
The view below shows the devil comet’s approximate location in relation to the solar eclipse and other prominent planets as seen from southern Texas.
—USA TODAY, 2 Apr. 2024
Cole is wanted by police in relation to a domestic violence incident on March 31, according to the New York Post.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Apr. 2024
Sarah Anzlovar, Ms, Verywell Health, 19 Apr. 2024
Grant resolved to redistribute the settlement to the organization Hacked Off, which formed in relation to phone-hacking scandals in the U.K. with the goal of reforming the country’s press.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 17 Apr. 2024
Cohen pleaded guilty to campaign finance violations in relation to the Daniels money and served more than a year in prison on a three-year sentence.
—Jeffrey Fleishman, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2024
Even though a doctor and nurse were criminally charged in relation to Serna’s death — and some of the videos were shown in open court — San Diego County lawyers have insisted the material remain sealed from public view.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2024
Pharmacist Pharmacists have several responsibilities in relation to medication management including dispensing prescription medication, providing education and counseling to patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
—Goldie Chan, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
Some of the arrests recently made in relation to the crime wave have been Venezuelan migrants.
—Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2024
The view below shows the devil comet’s approximate location in relation to the solar eclipse and other prominent planets as seen from southern Texas.
—USA TODAY, 2 Apr. 2024
Cole is wanted by police in relation to a domestic violence incident on March 31, according to the New York Post.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Apr. 2024
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