concerned
adjective
con·cerned
kən-ˈsərnd 
1
b
: interested
concerned to prove the point
She was concerned to show that she could do the job.
2
a
: interestedly engaged
concerned with books and music
b
: culpably involved : implicated
arrested all concerned
Examples of concerned in a Sentence
The school's decision is being questioned by a group of concerned parents.
Her family was very concerned for her safety.
Voters are deeply concerned about the economy.
a discussion that will be of interest to everyone concerned
The lawyers called a meeting of all the concerned parties.
Recent Examples on the Web
Diners already concerned about the cost of eating out may be disappointed to learn that many restaurants are considering raising prices to keep up with inflated food and drink costs.
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Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 19 Oct. 2025
When Jan and Berchtold didn’t return home on the night of the horseback riding lessons, Mary Ann and Bob grew concerned.
—Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
Second-year outside linebacker Jared Verse was more concerned about making sure his PlayStation fit into his suitcase.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 18 Oct. 2025
Belgium’s leadership is concerned about the legal implications once the war is over and wants EU countries to commit to burden-sharing the responsibilities.
—Silvia Amaro, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2025
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Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 19 Oct. 2025
When Jan and Berchtold didn’t return home on the night of the horseback riding lessons, Mary Ann and Bob grew concerned.
—Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
Second-year outside linebacker Jared Verse was more concerned about making sure his PlayStation fit into his suitcase.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 18 Oct. 2025
Belgium’s leadership is concerned about the legal implications once the war is over and wants EU countries to commit to burden-sharing the responsibilities.
—Silvia Amaro, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for concerned
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“Concerned.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/concerned. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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