Definition of Correlation

a relationship between two items that are connected in some way

Examples of Correlation in a sentence

Of course there is a correlation between cold temperatures and high heating bills.  🔊

Studies have shown there is a strong correlation between cancer and smoking.  🔊

Although some people believe there is a direct correlation between wealth and positive behavior, I do not feel the two are related.  🔊

Since the detective could not find any correlation between the suspect and the victim, he had to release the accused man.  🔊

By asking questions, the psychologist hopes to find a correlation between her client’s anxiety and his past experiences.  🔊

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