- present participle of concern.
concerning
Example Sentences
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“It would be concerning to the bond market if that’s the focus of his discussion compared to talking about shorter term inflation being a risk.”
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
Despite extensive studies on green tea, there is limited information on the effects of other tea types, such as black, oolong, and white tea, especially concerning their comparative health benefits.
From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026
Most concerning to dealers: the biggest loss of business came from customers with cars that are two to five years old, vehicles typically under warranty.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
With a year to go until the World Cup starts in Brazil, this was a concerning scoreline that gives Wiegman plenty to ponder.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
For a prince should have two fears: one internal, concerning his subjects; the other external, concerning foreign powers.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
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