as in companies
a commercial or industrial activity or organization
several banking concerns in the area
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1
as in covers
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 affects
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 worries
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 concerns
Mathew Miranda
june 9, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
The two see eye to eye on both their love of soccer and their concerns about where the sport is headed.
—Literary Hub, 10 June 2026
Nguyen addressed her colleagues’ concerns directly on Tuesday.
—Claire Wang, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
In some cases, this type of financial strain may also delay enrollment in certain parts of Medicare or supplemental coverage due to the associated cost concerns.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 9 June 2026
The June 5 missive obtained by Deadline was responding to a White Paper the Teamsters submitted to the DOJ in March laying out concerns around the merger, which is awaiting a green light from the regulator.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 9 June 2026
That helps explain why burgers remain a summer staple despite rising beef prices and certain health concerns.
—Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026
Some who voted to impeach him now support his campaign, while others have raised concerns about his candidacy.
—Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 3 June 2026
But behind the courteous gesture, there are lingering concerns of how overtourism might impact Ishigaki’s rich natural environment and potentially overwhelm its infrastructure, concerns that extend to other neighboring remote islands.
—Wayne Chang, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
Noel Brennan, CBS News, 10 June 2026
Lawmaker concerns over wait times persist Bisignano's testimony comes more than one year after he was sworn in to lead the Social Security Administration in May 2025.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 10 June 2026
Part of the disagreement concerns the scope and type of symptoms that could justify a diagnosis.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 June 2026
The changing tides also come as the district faces affordability issues and access to healthcare, concerns both candidates raised in their stump speeches along with their homegrown roots.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 10 June 2026
The probe currently concerns 13 alleged victims, according to the Nanterre prosecutor’s office.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 8 June 2026
Advertisement The House Armed Services Committee traditionally concerns itself with budgets, weapons systems, and military readiness.
—Nik Popli, Time, 8 June 2026
One of the more startling nuggets the doc reveals concerns Paul Bateson, the former radiological technician convicted of Verrill’s murder.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2026
According to Rathore, one of the two unresolved issues concerns 12 seats reserved for Kashmiri refugees in the legislative assembly.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
Noun
The results will ease the concerns of some Democrats who worried about the possibility of a runoff between Kiley and Republican candidate Michael Stansfield, who was in second place until Friday.
—Mathew Miranda
june 9, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
The two see eye to eye on both their love of soccer and their concerns about where the sport is headed.
—Literary Hub, 10 June 2026
Nguyen addressed her colleagues’ concerns directly on Tuesday.
—Claire Wang, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
In some cases, this type of financial strain may also delay enrollment in certain parts of Medicare or supplemental coverage due to the associated cost concerns.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 9 June 2026
The June 5 missive obtained by Deadline was responding to a White Paper the Teamsters submitted to the DOJ in March laying out concerns around the merger, which is awaiting a green light from the regulator.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 9 June 2026
That helps explain why burgers remain a summer staple despite rising beef prices and certain health concerns.
—Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026
Some who voted to impeach him now support his campaign, while others have raised concerns about his candidacy.
—Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 3 June 2026
But behind the courteous gesture, there are lingering concerns of how overtourism might impact Ishigaki’s rich natural environment and potentially overwhelm its infrastructure, concerns that extend to other neighboring remote islands.
—Wayne Chang, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
Verb
The loss concerns an avid birder like Gang.
—Noel Brennan, CBS News, 10 June 2026
Lawmaker concerns over wait times persist Bisignano's testimony comes more than one year after he was sworn in to lead the Social Security Administration in May 2025.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 10 June 2026
Part of the disagreement concerns the scope and type of symptoms that could justify a diagnosis.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 June 2026
The changing tides also come as the district faces affordability issues and access to healthcare, concerns both candidates raised in their stump speeches along with their homegrown roots.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 10 June 2026
The probe currently concerns 13 alleged victims, according to the Nanterre prosecutor’s office.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 8 June 2026
Advertisement The House Armed Services Committee traditionally concerns itself with budgets, weapons systems, and military readiness.
—Nik Popli, Time, 8 June 2026
One of the more startling nuggets the doc reveals concerns Paul Bateson, the former radiological technician convicted of Verrill’s murder.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2026
According to Rathore, one of the two unresolved issues concerns 12 seats reserved for Kashmiri refugees in the legislative assembly.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for concerns
Noun
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Officials at the Air Resources Board then spent the last several months drafting and revising the plan voted on this week, which received considerable feedback from oil and gas companies, environmental groups, lobbyists and lawmakers all jockeying for different priorities.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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The program currently requires companies to submit a plan to the EPA outlining safety precautions, hazard assessments in the case of an accidental release and emergency response steps.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
30 May 2026
Verb
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The lot of the property covers an area of 12,517 square feet.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
30 May 2026
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The long hemline covers the lower back for most wearers, sealing out drafts on chilly planes.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Multiple sclerosis is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects about 1 million Amerians.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
7 June 2026
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The change affects two state Senate districts in the Montgomery area.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
Verb
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And as demand continues to climb, Spicer worries about keeping up with the growing need.—
Sofia Baltodano
June 8,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2026
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In a year where so many competing interests are fighting over a limited amount of state funds, Palm worries Shapiro's proposal may go overlooked by lawmakers.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
7 June 2026
Noun
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The aim is to establish the infrastructure to attract other firms to build data centers or manufacturing facilities in the area.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
7 June 2026
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With more firms adopting AI, students gunning for a career in banking and finance are preparing to be up against such technology at first interaction.—
Meg Short,
Fortune,
7 June 2026
Verb
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In a platform so small, that presents quite a challenge.—
Omar Kardoudi
June 05,
New Atlas,
5 June 2026
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If the second section presents the diagnosis, then in the footnote to Howl Ginsberg writes a prescription, because if we’re oppressed by a dark faith then the only antidote is a different one.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
Verb
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He becomes increasingly consumed by the otherworldly dimension, which alarms his therapist, Mary (Renate Reinsve).—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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The focal point of escalating concern is oldest son Jeremy (Edik Beddoes) whose increasingly erratic behavior alarms those around him, not only for his safety but others as well.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Once the Islander opened the door, in typical Love Island USA fashion, they were prompted to kiss the other islanders with common interests.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
9 June 2026
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Other business interests, including Meta, Chevron and Airbnb, spent millions boosting Becerra.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2026
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