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pertains

[per-teynz] / pərˈteɪnz /


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Yet the weakest section of the memoir pertains to Mr. Junod’s grandmother—Lou’s mother—and her various misdeeds, including her peripheral involvement in a 1935 crime.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

“Arco” defies dismissing, however, especially as it pertains to what lies in store for humanity.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 23, 2026

He said there would be a presence there “as it pertains to oil.”

From Barron's • Jan. 3, 2026

Material that could jeopardize an active federal investigation, is classified or that pertains to national defence or foreign policy is typically not made public, per justice department policy.

From BBC • Dec. 5, 2025

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