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Acquaintanceship

usgb/əˈkweɪntənsʃɪp/Volume
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Not Close FriendsPlay
Use 'acquaintanceship' for people you know, but with whom you do not share deep personal connections. SlideI have an acquaintanceship with a few neighbors; we just say hi.
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Professional ContextPlay
'Acquaintanceship' often refers to connections made in business or work environments. SlideMy acquaintanceship with the editor began at a networking event.
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Short-term BasisPlay
Sometimes 'acquaintanceship' implies that the relationship has not lasted very long. SlideTheir acquaintanceship was brief, only lasting the duration of the course.