as in to concern
to have (something) as a subject matter
where would I find books pertaining to birds?
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Relevance
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Tuesday’s press conference ended with more questions than answers about Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance, a development that is concerning to experts who emphasize that the public can be one of law enforcement’s most valuable tools in finding missing persons.—
Julia Bonavita , Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
4 Feb. 2026 -
While the numbers are still being refined, commissioners said the early signs are concerning and highlight growing financial pressure on the county.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Feb. 2026
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Iran is seeking to focus talks on its longstanding nuclear dispute with Western powers, while the United States wants the agenda to also cover Tehran's ballistic missile program, its alleged backing of armed groups across the Middle East, and its domestic human rights record.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
5 Feb. 2026
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Grubb saw that the right side of Chabolla’s face was covered in a thick gel, with bright red skin underneath.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Pertain (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pertain%20%28to%29. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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