pertain,

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pertain (verb)

To have relevance or connection to something.

To belong or be associated with a particular group or category.

To be appropriate or related to a specific context or subject.

pertain (noun)

A condition or characteristic that relates to something.

pertained (past tense verb)

Had relevance or connection to something in the past.

pertain (adjective)

Relating or belonging to someone or something.

Sample Sentences:

1. The discussion will pertain to climate change and its impact on coastal regions.

2. In this meeting, we will address matters that pertain to budget allocations.

3. The rules in this code of conduct pertain only to employees of this organization.

4. Her unique style of art pertains to cutting-edge contemporary design.

5. The information presented in this report pertained to a time period five years ago.