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Angliholic Posted 14 years ago
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Raised concerns about

The form of the swine flu has changed and many doctors have raised concerns about its further outbreak.

Hi,

Is it right to understand "raised concerns about" in the above as "showed concerns for?" Thanks.
  

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Hi, The main idea is that they have asked questions, identified possible problems. They are worried about further outbreaks. Clive

— Clive

  • Hi, The main idea is that they have asked questions, identified possible problems.
  • They are worried about further outbreaks.
  • Clive
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Hi,

The main idea is that they have asked questions, identified possible problems. They are worried about further outbreaks.

Clive
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AngliholicIs it right to understand "raised concerns about" in the above as "showed concerns for?
No. To raise concerns is to state those things that you believe could become problems. To show concern (singular) is a different expression. It is to demonstrate that you are worried about someone's well-being.

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