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
Attached to Paxton is a long list of ethical and moral problems.
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Kimberly Ross, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Ellison pledged to give away 95% of his wealth to advance scientific research and solve complex problems related to health and aging.
—Martine Paris, Forbes.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Unfortunately, that turns out to lead to a slate of problems.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 11 Sep. 2025
Although Manuel Angel, 21, was initially chosen for this role, his muscular problems opened the door for Pitarch.
—Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
The past year has been marred by a number of troubles, including resolving management problems and financial issues.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Sep. 2025
The county has mounting waste problems.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
Kimberly Ross, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Ellison pledged to give away 95% of his wealth to advance scientific research and solve complex problems related to health and aging.
—Martine Paris, Forbes.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Unfortunately, that turns out to lead to a slate of problems.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 11 Sep. 2025
Although Manuel Angel, 21, was initially chosen for this role, his muscular problems opened the door for Pitarch.
—Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
The past year has been marred by a number of troubles, including resolving management problems and financial issues.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Sep. 2025
The county has mounting waste problems.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for problems
Noun
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Beyond this, the risks to personal and business privacy posed by the unpredictable way chatbots store and handle our data are challenges that wider society will need to address.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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One of the main challenges facing the economy is the strained relationship between Beijing and Washington as disputes over technology and geopolitics mount.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
15 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement Advertisement As Kirk fielded questions from the audience, a shot rang out, striking him in the neck.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
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The Observer is bringing back the Panthers mailbag to answer some burning questions from the fan base.—
Mike Kaye
September 10,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Save from isolated slip-ups, all addressed by and mended with the captain, there were no big issues.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
16 Sep. 2025
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Those with suicide ideation might attempt suicide, but these attempts often represent a desire to escape distress as opposed to end-of-life issues.—
Eric Wood,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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If the end goal is beating the ideological adversary, then little matters beyond that.—
Kimberly Ross,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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The 63-year-old NBA commissioner who came up under the fire-breathing David Stern, and who has chosen diplomacy over dictatorship since taking over in 2014, doesn’t typically stick his chest out when discussing such matters of governance.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
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Almost 10% of all EVs and hybrids and more than 5% of all cars sold in Europe in July were Chinese-built, and brands such as BYD and XPENG are using Munich to show off new models, even as some Chinese carmakers face troubles at home.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Camacho’s career included victories over Roberto Durán and Sugar Ray Leonard, but his life outside the ring was marked by struggles with addiction and legal troubles before his tragic death in 2012.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Problems.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/problems. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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