cause for concern

noun phrase

: reason to worry
There is no cause for concern.

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Is there, therefore, genuine cause for concern? Adam Crafton, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025 In some cases, supplements are essential; however, side effects can be a cause for concern. Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 26 Sep. 2025 Its accident rates and semi-autonomous driving features are a greater cause for concern. Charles Singh, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025 This one revealed fresh cause for concern, and a much more grim prognosis. Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 24 Sep. 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 7 Oct. 2025.

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