- present tense form of pertain (3rd person singular).
pertains
Americanverb
Etymology
Origin of pertains
Example Sentences
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The umpiring ranks are about to get younger—and, as far as it pertains to ABS, more accurate.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026
One of the biggest problems with the term “microdosing,” as it pertains to GLP-1s, Levy says, is that it’s “vague,” and there’s no consensus on what it’s referring to.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 23, 2026
An aspect that’s similar between Bertei’s accounts and Andy Beta’s storytelling about Alice Coltrane is that Bertei is unflinchingly honest but does not offer judgment unless it pertains to herself.
From Salon ● Apr. 14, 2026
The 100% tariff rate pertains specifically to patented pharmaceuticals, not generics.
From Barron's ● Apr. 2, 2026
I have no idea what the whole conversation pertains to until the same boy closes his eyes and sings out, “You get a line and I’ll get a pole!”
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
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