concerning

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It's understood Brittan was later informed that an investigation into allegations concerning Obaidly could not be progressed because he had died in 2015.

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

The problems cropping up in police reports and viral social-media posts range from the concerning to the comical.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 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

“Yes,” Violet said, “and then, if you don’t mind, I should love to look at any of your books concerning mechanical engineering. Inventing things is a great interest of mine.”

From "The Bad Beginning" by Lemony Snicket