1
as in challenges
something that requires thought and skill for resolution
the problem of world hunger
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2
as in questions
an interrogative expression often used to test knowledge
there were only 10 problems on the exam, but they were all challenging
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Recent Examples of problems
The Mersin governor’s office said the man had a history of substance abuse and psychiatric problems.
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ABC News, 19 May 2026
Scientists have to solve all problems at once, because only the overlap is where progress happens.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026
Struggles with childbirth and postpartum depression Panettiere recounts having a difficult pregnancy and her daughter, Kaya, initially having problems growing in utero.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 19 May 2026
None of these problems are particularly new, not in a world in which franchise expansion requires both more more more and an entry point for even the most casual of fans.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 19 May 2026
Two people were hospitalized for smoke inhalation from the 58th Avenue fire, which was caused by electrical problems, the fire department said.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 19 May 2026
Instead of relitigating his problems, Drake tries to distract us from them, and succeeds gloriously.
—Kelefa Sanneh, New Yorker, 19 May 2026
The company’s two flagship flexibility products, Disruption Assistance and Cancel for Any Reason, are designed to address the exact problems the survey identified.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 19 May 2026
After throwing three innings for Triple-A Sugar Land last week, Imai indicated a difference in major-league scouting reports contributed to his problems.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 13 May 2026
ABC News, 19 May 2026
Scientists have to solve all problems at once, because only the overlap is where progress happens.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026
Struggles with childbirth and postpartum depression Panettiere recounts having a difficult pregnancy and her daughter, Kaya, initially having problems growing in utero.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 19 May 2026
None of these problems are particularly new, not in a world in which franchise expansion requires both more more more and an entry point for even the most casual of fans.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 19 May 2026
Two people were hospitalized for smoke inhalation from the 58th Avenue fire, which was caused by electrical problems, the fire department said.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 19 May 2026
Instead of relitigating his problems, Drake tries to distract us from them, and succeeds gloriously.
—Kelefa Sanneh, New Yorker, 19 May 2026
The company’s two flagship flexibility products, Disruption Assistance and Cancel for Any Reason, are designed to address the exact problems the survey identified.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 19 May 2026
After throwing three innings for Triple-A Sugar Land last week, Imai indicated a difference in major-league scouting reports contributed to his problems.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for problems
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During the Earth Day Dinner panel discussion, Kerr was asked about trying to get people to understand her vision for her brand, as well as any challenges she's faced along the way.—
Lexi Lane,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
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One of the biggest challenges in HS care is that the condition doesn’t present consistently.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
18 May 2026
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And then there are the questions about where these pieces are and why?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 May 2026
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The spokesperson did not address questions regarding whether the raids were done in retaliation for the group’s monitoring of immigration raids.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2026
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In his years away from the sport, McGregor has dealt with a plethora of personal issues.—
Mark Puleo,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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Some people argue that enforcement becomes necessary when encampments grow large or long-term, especially when safety concerns, sanitation issues, or violent incidents arise.—
Shianne LeClaire,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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Washington required time to finish up a few personal matters.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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This matters because fermentation reduces bitterness and makes plant compounds, especially polyphenols, more available.—
Dr. Steven Gundry,
CNBC,
19 May 2026
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Dance away your troubles this week in the Connecticut arts scene.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
16 May 2026
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Still, diagnosing Grok’s troubles on benchmarks alone may be a fool’s errand.—
Joe Wilkins,
Futurism,
14 May 2026
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“Problems.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/problems. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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