concerning

Example Sentences

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Sharp said the findings among young adults aged 16-29 were the most concerning as they had higher levels of takeaway use, tended to "buy lunch on the go" and served themselves larger portions.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

That could be concerning because it suggests the rally is becoming increasingly reliant on a small group of heavily weighted stocks.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

So there are some concerning aspects even separate from the war.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

The US embassy said it had "received information concerning a potentially significant air attack that may occur at any time over the next 24 hours".

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

Another deal was struck concerning the fate of animals such as sheep, goats, pigs and chickens.

From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari