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Affair

By Sheri & Bob Stritof, About.com

Definition: A romantic and emotionally intense sexual or emotional relationship that may not last long that is between two people who are not married to one another.
Common Misspellings: Affare
Examples: An affair that is an emotional affair is just as damaging to a marriage relationship as a sexual affair.

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