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current concern

[ˈkɜːrənt kənˈsɜːrn]
noun phrasepl: current concerns
preocupação atual
1. An issue or matter that is worrying or troubling someone at the present time
The rising cost of living is a current concern for many families.
O aumento do custo de vida é uma preocupação atual para muitas famílias.
2. A matter of present interest or importance in public discourse or organizations
Climate change remains a current concern in environmental policy.
As mudanças climáticas continuam sendo uma preocupação atual na política ambiental.
Synonyms
present worryimmediate concernpressing issuecontemporary problem
Antonyms
resolved issuepast concernirrelevant matter

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
preocupação atual
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
preocupação do momento
Alternative phrasing commonly used
Portugal
preocupação presente
Formal usage in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

on one's mind
a matter of concern
cause for concern
the issue of the day
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