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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
Bloomberg, 26 Mar. 2026
Many expressed concern that these photos might resurface down the line, such as when applying to colleges or jobs or when meeting potential romantic partners.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Dade Hayes, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
The Mirror, which first reported the sacking, indicated the underlying allegation concerns a historic relationship.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 31 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The war, now nearing the one-month mark, has raised concerns about inflation and slowing industrial activity across the world, clouding the demand outlook for metals.
—Bloomberg, 26 Mar. 2026
Many expressed concern that these photos might resurface down the line, such as when applying to colleges or jobs or when meeting potential romantic partners.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
The Patriots’ run of championships, and the intrigue concerning head coach Bill Belichick, quarterback Tom Brady and Bob Kraft, has already supplied material for countless books, series and films.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
The Mirror, which first reported the sacking, indicated the underlying allegation concerns a historic relationship.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 31 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for concern
Noun
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The Los Angeles Rams and Green Bay Packers are reportedly showing interest in signing him.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Subscribe now Global interest has been rising sharply in India's data center space, amid increasing artificial intelligence workloads.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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At war while worries about jobs and household costs linger, his approval is down.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Mar. 2026
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Another worry is whether residential and small-business customers will see their bills go up to help cover the costs of the new power needed.—
Judith Kohler,
Denver Post,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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The plan would cover other aspects of ICE as well as Customs and Border Protection.—
LISA MASCARO,
Arkansas Online,
26 Mar. 2026
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Any benefit cuts, experts say, would more likely affect younger workers, those many years from retirement.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
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Meanwhile, employees at both DFW Airport and Love Field are collecting donations – including nonperishable food, hygiene items, baby supplies, and gas or grocery gift cards – to further support federal aviation workers affected by the shutdown.—
Lauren Crawford,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
Verb
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At Brookhurst and Magnolia streets, construction was stopped so nearby birds that were nesting weren’t bothered.—
Jim Radcliffe,
Oc Register,
27 Mar. 2026
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Throughout the day, jot down any worries that are bothering you, particularly the ones that keep popping up.—
Andee Tagle,
NPR,
27 Mar. 2026
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Just days after floating the idea of using verification to differentiate human and bot accounts, Reddit CEO Steve Huffman on Wednesday announced measures the company will take to execute its plans.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
26 Mar. 2026
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Production of air rifles kept the company, ZVS Holding AS, largely afloat.—
Daniel Hornak,
Bloomberg,
26 Mar. 2026
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Rabbi Irwin Kula, the panel’s moderator, asked the participants to describe their biggest fear or nightmare.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Sacramento community advocates are sounding the alarm over fears of deep city budget cuts that could impact public safety.—
Steve Large,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Other tips include riding defensively around cars, using front and rear lights, wearing reflective vests in the dark, and avoiding biking under the influence of drugs or alcohol.—
Sarah Raza,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Some Brookhill attractions include Inner Peaks Climbing Center, an indoor rock-climbing facility, Puttery, an indoor mini-golf bar for adults and bars such as Pins Mechanical, a social spot with a retro arcade and other games.—
Chase Jordan
March 30,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Concern.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concern. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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