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as in interest
a commercial or industrial activity or organization
several banking concerns in the area
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as in worry
an uneasy state of mind usually over the possibility of an anticipated misfortune or trouble
the recent crime wave has caused a great deal of concern in the neighborhood
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as in to cover
to have (something) as a subject matter
the book concerns the challenges faced by children growing up in single-parent households
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as in to affect
to be the business or affair of
the problems of air and water pollution that concern all of us
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as in to worry
to trouble the mind of; to make uneasy
we were greatly concerned by reports that yet another previously unknown virus is now posing a threat
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Recent Examples of concern
Tim Britton, The Athletic, 21 Feb. 2025
While frozen produce is typically considered a safer, long-lasting option, this recall raises concerns about contamination risks during packaging and transport.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
Alex Gurley, People.com, 19 Feb. 2025
Washington called House Bill 1001 discomforting, and he is concerned by the change because the legislation doesn’t tell what Hammond or Crown Point will contribute to the airport.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Fried’s strikeout rate was in line with that of Corbin Burnes, but the trendline isn’t a concern.
—Tim Britton, The Athletic, 21 Feb. 2025
While frozen produce is typically considered a safer, long-lasting option, this recall raises concerns about contamination risks during packaging and transport.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
Verb
Her parents, who had grown accustomed to hearing from Lam every day by phone, did not hear from her on the 31st and quickly grew concerned.
—Alex Gurley, People.com, 19 Feb. 2025
Washington called House Bill 1001 discomforting, and he is concerned by the change because the legislation doesn’t tell what Hammond or Crown Point will contribute to the airport.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for concern
Noun
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Financial markets:Stocks waver as investors eye Federal Reserve minutes and Trump's tariff announcements Bullion is seen as a safeguard against geopolitical risks and inflation, but rising interest rates diminish its attractiveness as a non-yielding asset.—
Daksh Grover,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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The shift to online shopping has reduced store traffic, compounded by challenges from inflation and high interest rates.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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What the public worries about is clarity from their politicians.—
Carlton Reid,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Another major worry for those who’ve been able to live in their homes is all the trash.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The high-voltage battery recall covers certain 2023 Audi Q5 plug-in hybrid vehicles.—
Mike Snider,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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The two dead bears had been stacked in a neat pile, one on top of the other, and covered over.—
Tom Stacer,
Outdoor Life,
20 Feb. 2025
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The tax relief applies to individuals and businesses in southern California affected by wildfires and straight-line winds that began Jan. 7.—
Susan Tompor,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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This decision will jeopardize our national security and significantly affect and damage the economies of numerous communities nationwide.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
24 Feb. 2025
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He is also bothered that the revenue is going to transit and the toll is not geared solely to curbing traffic.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
20 Feb. 2025
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Many users never bother to switch to paying in the local currency, even if doing so could save them money.—
Shahar Ziv,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The results spell an unlikely third-act triumph for the 69-year-old, who just seven years ago was seen as a failed politician fully reconciled to ending his career as a wealthy lobbyist and member of numerous company boards.—
Thomas Escritt,
USA TODAY,
24 Feb. 2025
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After his military service, Harmon worked for PBI Gordon, a national turf and ornamental management company, for 27 years as a traffic coordinator until his retirement.—
J.M. Banks,
Kansas City Star,
23 Feb. 2025
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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) used Kennedy’s confirmation as the latest example of Republicans secretly opposing Trump’s nominees but bending to his will out of fear.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
15 Feb. 2025
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But fear of ice-cold takes never stopped us before.—
Jeff Gluck,
The Athletic,
15 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Seven people died, including all six onboard the plane and another in a car on the ground.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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The production’s first cast was John Mulaney, Fred Armisen, Renée Elise Goldsberry, and Richard Kind, with subsequent casts taking over for limited engagements including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Annaleigh Ashford, Hank Azaria, Aidy Bryant, David Cross and Fallon.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
18 Feb. 2025
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“Concern.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concern. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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