Meaning & use
Concerning
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Relating to or about a particular subject.
See it in a sentence
She had a question concerning the new policy.
His erratic behavior lately has been concerning to his friends.
A note on using this word
Increasingly common as an adjective meaning 'worrying,' as in 'that's a concerning trend,' a usage that has grown rapidly in recent decades.
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Another way to use it
2. adjective
Causing worry or unease.
The doctor said the test results were somewhat concerning.
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