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An affair is usually a euphemism for a situation where two people are involved in an illicit activity. It is usually a romantic relationship commonly of limited duration. In lieu of this context, it can also be used to describe a meeting or some sort of business that a person must take care of. For example, one might say, "I have other affairs to attend to at the moment." It may also refer to a business run by a family, as in family affair. Notable family affair is the filmmaking business within Japan's Tsuburaya family, and the superhero business within the fictional Incredible Family.
Sex and romance
One of its darker connotations is a euphemism for a situation where two people are involved in an illicit sexual, romantic and/or passionate attachment, usually for a limited duration. The euphemism is also applied to marital infidelity where one partner has an outside relationship: a liaison. It is sometimes accompanied by scandal.
The term usually implies sexual impropriety, but it is not necessarily the case. (For example, in the classic film An Affair to Remember, the love affair in question is generally considered acceptable from a moral standpoint.)
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Community Transport in Northern Ireland - Provides grant-aid for a range of public, rural and community based transport activities operated by twenty regional operators.
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Department of Agriculture Science Service - Provides a full description and information on the Department of Agriculture for Northern Ireland's Science Service.
Forest Service Northern Ireland - Includes a list of the organisation's forests, activities and facilities available to the public, annual reports and information on the natural environment.
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Rivers Agency - Statutory drainage and flood defence authority for the Province. Provides news and fact sheets.
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Rural Development Council - Exists to address the needs of deprived rural areas. Provides information on the role of the service.
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Rural Development Programme for Northern Ireland - Programme aiming to provide a range of investment opportunities for rural people between now and 2006. Overview of plans, news, contacts, and how to apply.
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