Collocation
be related to
To have a connection, association, or kinship with someone or something.
be + related to + [noun/pronoun/gerund]
“His research is related to climate change.”
Examples
- Her job is related to computers and software development.
- Are you related to the new family that moved next door?
- The two incidents do not seem to be related.
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- Many health problems are directly related to poor diet and lack of exercise.
- The findings were closely related to the initial hypothesis of the study.
- His ongoing anxiety might be related to the high pressure at his new job.
- Understanding how emotions are related to physical sensations can be a complex task.
- The ancient artifacts are believed to be related to a previously unknown civilization.
- Is the recent surge in customer complaints related to the change in service providers?