Example Sentences

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The obvious fact that Gustavo Dudamel is a hard act to follow is something that has been concerning for the Los Angeles Philharmonic the last two and a half years.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 21, 2025

That lack of action against European teams is something that has been concerning Brazil boss Tite.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2022

Recently the beloved sheepadoodle has been concerning herself with the absence of people and animals in her life.

From Salon • Oct. 10, 2021

Although the summer COVID-19 surge has been concerning to many, White House officials say it’s getting the attention of vaccine-hesitant Americans, referencing rising vaccination rates in some states.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 23, 2021

The popular impression has been, concerning the telephone, that the sound was in some way conveyed over the wire.

From The Telephone An Account of the Phenomena of Electricity, Magnetism, and Sound, as Involved in Its Action by Dolbear, A. E. (Amos Emerson)