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concerning

/kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/
verb
  1. To relate or belong to; to have reference to or connection with; to affect the interest of; to be of importance to.

  2. To engage by feeling or sentiment; to interest.

    "A good prince concerns himself in the happiness of his subjects."

  3. To make somebody worried.

    "I’m concerned that she’s becoming an alcoholic."

noun
  1. That which one is concerned in; one's business.

adjective
  1. Causing concern; worrisome.

    "it's very concerning that our neighbour seems to be crying very loudly these days"

  2. Important.

preposition
  1. Regarding, respecting.

    "Physically, everything is perfect, but concerning your mental state, you have some problems."

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