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concerning
Regarding; having to do with; in connection with. We received an anonymous tip concerning the ongoing investigation. Concerning my opponent's remarks, let me state for the record that I have always condemned hate speech in all forms.
in reference to (someone or something)
Regarding someone or something; in connection with someone or something. We received an anonymous tip in reference to the ongoing investigation. In reference to my opponent's remarks, let me state for the record that I have always condemned hate speech in all forms. I wanted to speak with you in reference to the new accountant you hired.
with reference to (someone or something)
Regarding or having to do with someone or something; in connection with someone or something. We received an anonymous tip with reference to the ongoing investigation. With reference to my opponent's remarks, let me state for the record that I have always condemned hate speech in all forms. I wanted to speak to you with reference to the new accountant you hired.
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in reference to someone or something
and with reference to someone or something concerning or about someone or something;in connection with someone or something. What shall we do in reference to Bill and his problem? With reference to what problem?
with regard to someone or something
and in regard to someone or somethingconcerning someone or something. What shall we do in regard to planning dinner? With regard to Bill, I think he is working too hard.
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