love affair
US /ˈlʌv əˌfer/
UK /ˈlʌv əˌfer/
1.
storia d'amore, relazione
a romantic or sexual relationship between two people who are not married to each other
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He had a secret love affair with his colleague.
Ha avuto una storia d'amore segreta con la sua collega.
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Their love affair lasted for several years before they broke up.
La loro storia d'amore durò diversi anni prima che si lasciassero.
2.
passione, amore
a strong enthusiasm or passion for something
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She developed a love affair with classical music.
Ha sviluppato una passione per la musica classica.
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His love affair with painting began in his youth.
La sua passione per la pittura iniziò in gioventù.