American relations with Syria have warmed somewhat in the last year.

But relations warmed in the 1990's, and oil trade boomed.

Officials said relations with the United States in particular were warming significantly.

Since the end of the Cold War, relations between the two countries have warmed significantly.

Relations between the nations have been quietly warming over recent years as both sought allies under pressure from the West.

In each case, however, relations warmed again quickly, reflecting strong bilateral ties.

Since the mothers broke up five years ago, R.'s relations with the birth mother - and his daughter - have warmed.

Relations warmed after both countries suffered earthquakes in 1999 and offered each other practical help.

Relations between the two political entities soon warmed considerably.

But even though relations warmed in recent years, Singapore said it would wait for Indonesia.