as in concerned
to have (something) as a subject matter
where would I find books pertaining to birds?
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concerned
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The board adds its input, then shares a version with the individuals concerned.—
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Throughout his years of development, Connor Hines was concerned that nobody was even going to notice his passion project.—
Mikey O'Connell,
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6 Mar. 2026
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“Pertained (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pertained%20%28to%29. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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