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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
Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2025
Frow’s comments in Edinburgh could soothe some of these concerns, with the content chief seemingly being reassured by his conversation with his new bosses.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2025
Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Aug. 2025
If you're concerned, go directly to a statement from your bank or look on your credit card for a number to call to ask about any potential problem.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 18 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Though it is considered a rare disease, the American Lung Association says Legionnaires' disease is a growing health concern.
—Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2025
Frow’s comments in Edinburgh could soothe some of these concerns, with the content chief seemingly being reassured by his conversation with his new bosses.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2025
Verb
This promo can turn any team into a significant underdog, at least as far as the odds are concerned.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Aug. 2025
If you're concerned, go directly to a statement from your bank or look on your credit card for a number to call to ask about any potential problem.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 18 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for concern
Noun
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Federal forecasters warned those with interests in the Outer Banks of North Carolina and Bermuda to monitor the storm as those areas could soon face winds associated with Erin's outer rainbands.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
19 Aug. 2025
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An annual meeting in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, of top central bankers later this week will be watched closely for hints about possible interest rate cuts from Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell.—
Matt Ott,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Aug. 2025
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His worry is that a robust response could be lacking since both the U.S. and a number of European countries have cut so much of their humanitarian aid.—
Gabrielle Emanuel,
NPR,
13 Aug. 2025
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Lauritsen said while the foundation is not against the project, its biggest worry is that the road won’t be built with ample areas for wildlife to cross.—
Natalia Jaramillo,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The best way to protect yourself during an earthquake is to drop, cover and hold on, officials say.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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The list covers attorneys whose discipline cases ended in punishment by the state Supreme Court.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
19 Aug. 2025
Verb
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But the past six months or so have also seen complications over the renewal of his contract, with the displeasure generated by that undoubtedly a factor that has affected performances on the pitch.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
9 Aug. 2025
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Stalking is an issue that affects women across all sports — for instance, tennis star Iga Swiatek was confronted during a Miami Open practice in March by a man who had previously harassed her on social media.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Aug. 2025
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There are many players who let criticism bother them, and that’s bad for you, your teammates and people around you.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
19 Aug. 2025
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Passive-aggressive people rarely tell you exactly what’s bothering them.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Sure, the work on NANDA takes place in the context of other protocols like A2A and, famously, MCP, but since those other projects are tied to leading AI companies, why not involve academia in something so central to future interface design?—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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Utility company Ameren confirmed to PEOPLE that a contractor and its subcontractor were repairing and replacing tower lighting and marker balls on transmission lines in Madison County, Ill., when the incident occurred.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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And yet, our fears or feelings that things will spiral out of control again?—
Kenny Malone,
NPR,
15 Aug. 2025
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The study is not meant to fuel fears but to provide a clear argument for planetary defense by putting the risks of asteroid impacts into context.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Bonus content includes a behind-the-scenes look at the airplane and ocean stunts, deleted footage montage with optional commentary by Director Christopher McQuarrie, the challenges of filming the technical and extremely dangerous stunts, and an in-depth discussion with McQuarrie and Cruise.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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That includes Play Protect, which protects your phone from dangerous apps from any source.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Concern.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concern. Accessed 24 Aug. 2025.
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