concerning

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During talks in Pakistan, the U.S. asked Iran to agree not to enrich uranium for 20 years, people familiar with the matter said, softening previous demands concerning Tehran’s nuclear program.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

"Conditions were especially concerning in the paediatric emergency room," the report says – this is one of the departments BBC Eye filmed in.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

“The lack of transparency isn’t just concerning, it’s unacceptable,” said McKinney, who currently leads the major crimes bureau at the L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

It could affect broader actions concerning environmental stewardship, corporate responsibility and federal oversight.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

This latest discovery of a new and baffling rhyme concerning moonlight, the north and an unknown threshold nagged at his brain.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques