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affinities
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the strength of attraction between an antigen and an antibody
- The drug's effectiveness depends on its affinity for specific antibodies.
- High-affinity binding increases the immune response.
- Scientists measured the antibody's affinity to the virus.
- The assay evaluates the antigen-antibody affinity quantitatively.
- Interactions with low affinity are often transient in the immune system.
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an inherent resemblance or similarity between persons, things, or ideas
- She felt an immediate affinity with her new colleagues.
- There is an affinity between classical music and mathematics.
- The two artists share an affinity in style and vision.
- He has a natural affinity for languages.
- Cultural affinity often fosters mutual understanding.
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亲和力, 自然的同情
a strong and natural liking or sympathy toward someone or something
- She felt an instant affinity with the new student, recognizing a shared love for literature.
她对新同学立刻产生了一种亲近感，认识到对文学的共同热爱。
- His affinity for animals led him to volunteer at the local shelter every weekend.
他对动物的亲和力使他每个周末都在当地的收容所做志愿者。
- Despite their different backgrounds, they formed a strong affinity through their shared experiences.
尽管背景不同，他们通过共同的经历形成了强烈的亲和力。
- The artist had an affinity for vibrant colors, which was evident in her bold and expressive paintings.
这位艺术家对鲜艳的色彩有一种亲和力，这在她大胆而富有表现力的画作中显而易见。
- He felt a deep affinity for nature, finding solace and inspiration in the beauty of the outdoors.
他对大自然有着深厚的亲近感，在户外的美丽中找到了慰藉和灵感。
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(in chemistry) the force attracting atoms to each other, resulting in bond formation within molecules
- The molecule's stability arises from the affinity between its atoms.
- Chemical affinity drives the reaction to form the compound.
- The experiment measured the electron affinity of various elements.
- Strong affinity between molecules leads to crystalline structures.
- Affinity in chemical bonding explains why some substances combine readily.
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(in anthropology) a relationship or kinship established through marriage or adoption rather than by blood
- She gained new relatives through affinity after marrying into the family.
- Anthropologists distinguish between consanguinity and affinity.
- Inheritance rules sometimes take affinity into account alongside consanguinity.
- The law recognizes affinity in certain family privileges.
- Adoption creates legal affinity between the child and guardians.
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(in biology) the degree of relationship between organisms or groups, often shown by structural or genetic resemblance
- Phylogenetic studies revealed the affinity between the two species.
- Affinity in skeletal structures indicates common ancestry.
- Molecular analysis confirmed the affinity of these plants.
- The fossils display clear anatomical affinity to modern mammals.
- Affinity between organisms guides classification in taxonomy.
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a close connection or natural attraction marked by shared interests, feelings, or character
- He felt a strong affinity with the local community.
- Literary critics often show affinity for certain genres.
- The two friends bonded through their affinity for adventure sports.
- There is an affinity between her personality and his approach to work.
- Shared values create an affinity that strengthens partnerships.
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