cause for concern

noun phrase

: reason to worry
There is no cause for concern.

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This hasn't been the case, yet, but researchers note the study's findings could be a cause for concern. Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 20 Feb. 2025 If these purchases include cooperation in space, nuclear technology, and other areas without much additional expense, the expenditures shouldn't be a cause for concern for India. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025 When to Contact a Healthcare Provider Abnormal changes to your nails, like their color, texture, or shape, may not always be a cause for concern. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 18 Feb. 2025 Carroll, of the Wilderness Society, said that North Dakota siding with Utah was cause for concern about Burgum leading the Interior Department. Mary Steurer, ProPublica, 24 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cause for concern

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“Cause for concern.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cause%20for%20concern. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.

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