English Reference
Idiom idiom

in relation to sb/sth


you use this to show how one thing is connected to or compared with another.


SIMPLE

“What is your opinion in relation to this new plan?”

CONTEXTUAL

“The manager asked for a report in relation to the recent drop in sales figures.”

COMPLEX

“The committee examined the historical evidence in relation to the current legal dispute to determine if the previous ruling remained valid.”

Last updated April 22, 2026