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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a fringe affair" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe an event or situation that is not mainstream or is considered to be on the outskirts of a particular context or interest.
Example: "The festival was a fringe affair, attracting only a small group of dedicated enthusiasts."
Alternatives: "a minor event" or "a peripheral gathering".
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Despite the prominence of the demonstration's organizers, the campaign against Holder's Justice Department was largely overlooked by the national media, which considered the event a fringe affair.
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