related
adjective
re·lat·ed
ri-ˈlā-təd 
1
: connected by reason of an established or discoverable relation
2
: connected by common ancestry or sometimes by marriage
3
: having close harmonic connection
—used of tones, chords, or tonalities
relatedly
adverb
relatedness
noun
Examples of related in a Sentence
ancient history and other related subjects
I just found out that my best friend and I are related through distant cousins.
Horses and donkeys are related.
The words “play” and “playful” are related.
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Larger starter kits frequently contain parts for related projects, and buying one can often be easier than compiling an extensive shopping list.
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Bob Beacham, Popular Science, 22 Nov. 2024
Rather than relying on a single product, adding related services like consulting or support strengthens customer relationships and creates recurring revenue.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
In the cozy era, our screens and the related accoutrements of digital life fulfill all of our emotional and sensory needs.
—Kyle Chayka, The New Yorker, 20 Nov. 2024
Another non-entrance song seeing related gains this week?
—Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 20 Nov. 2024
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Bob Beacham, Popular Science, 22 Nov. 2024
Rather than relying on a single product, adding related services like consulting or support strengthens customer relationships and creates recurring revenue.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
In the cozy era, our screens and the related accoutrements of digital life fulfill all of our emotional and sensory needs.
—Kyle Chayka, The New Yorker, 20 Nov. 2024
Another non-entrance song seeing related gains this week?
—Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Related.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/related. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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