Cryptic crossword clue
Relationship that is being preserved? 3-2

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 plus 2 letter word TIE IN

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What does TIE IN mean?

TIE IN noun
  1. Something that is related or connected to another
  2. An authorized product based on a media property, such as a film or video game, by way of cross-promotion.
  3. An association or connection between things

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