as in to concern
to have (something) as a subject matter
where would I find books pertaining to birds?
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pertain (to)
Verb
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While some prominent voices have praised Harvard’s response, prospective students may be concerned about the potential ramifications of this ongoing dispute.—
Liz Doe Stone,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025 -
The traffic alert was reported Thursday at 4:38 p.m., and the last update concerning this incident was provided on Thursday at 4:47 p.m. Crash update: I-40/US-71 There is a crash on northbound I-40/US-71 between MO-150 and Main Street.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
25 July 2025
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These loans are designed to help cover educational expenses not met by scholarships, grants or federal student aid.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
26 July 2025
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It’s covered in a montage bathed in the gorgeous greens and blues of the Upstate New York landscape, and bursting with a kind of joyful spontaneity.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
26 July 2025
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“Pertain (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pertain%20%28to%29. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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