concern
/kənˈsɜːn/US /kənˈsɝn/concern
NOUNDefinition of concern
A concern about something means something that a person is worried about.
Example: The government expressed its concern at the fighting in Kenya.
A concern with something means something that a person is interested in or involved with.
Concern is a feeling that a person wants to help someone.
Example: Her look of concern made him feel better.
A concern is a business.
Example: XYZ Company is an ongoing concern, and we have no plans to shut it down.
If x concerns y, x is about y.
Example: We have received a letter that concerns the recent sale of the property.
concern
EXAMPLESExamples of concern
The government expressed its concern at the fighting in Kenya.
Example sentencePoor sales are causing concern among the owners.
Example sentenceHer look of concern made him feel better.
Example sentenceXYZ Company is an ongoing concern, and we have no plans to shut it down.
Example sentenceWe have received a letter that concerns the recent sale of the property.
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