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
Wilcox sued Tarrant County GOP chair Tim Davis when she was removed from the ballot in the House District 98 primary because of problems with her paperwork.
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Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2026
While some funding exists to address problems, state documents show, there is not enough money to cover all the drinking water projects that need attention in Indiana.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 31 Mar. 2026
While some experts fear aging societies are storing up economic problems, others say there could be unexpected boons.
—Manuela Castro, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026
The action to rescue her falls eventually to Mario and Luigi, having relocated permanently to the Mushroom Kingdom and serving as protectors of the realm, solving problems for its inhabitants.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 31 Mar. 2026
Real life certainly has its problems, but conspiracy theories don’t offer solutions, only empty promises and targets for blame.
—Mike Rothschild, Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
Isaacman, who had been sworn in as the 15th NASA Administrator only two months prior, was not afraid to highlight problems in NASA’s leadership.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Not until his problems are solved, his demons gone.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026
And with that comes flat tires, alignment issues, bent suspension and other problems from drivers hitting potholes.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2026
While some funding exists to address problems, state documents show, there is not enough money to cover all the drinking water projects that need attention in Indiana.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 31 Mar. 2026
While some experts fear aging societies are storing up economic problems, others say there could be unexpected boons.
—Manuela Castro, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026
The action to rescue her falls eventually to Mario and Luigi, having relocated permanently to the Mushroom Kingdom and serving as protectors of the realm, solving problems for its inhabitants.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 31 Mar. 2026
Real life certainly has its problems, but conspiracy theories don’t offer solutions, only empty promises and targets for blame.
—Mike Rothschild, Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
Isaacman, who had been sworn in as the 15th NASA Administrator only two months prior, was not afraid to highlight problems in NASA’s leadership.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Not until his problems are solved, his demons gone.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026
And with that comes flat tires, alignment issues, bent suspension and other problems from drivers hitting potholes.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for problems
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Many young people are transitioning out of school, starting careers and building independence, while still developing the coping skills needed to navigate major health challenges.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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The reversal comes after Democratic Attorney General Rob Bonta and the UCLA Voting Rights Project launched legal challenges last week, arguing the sheriff has no authority over election materials.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
31 Mar. 2026
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When not giddily tearing apart the rom-com – a key conversation between Charlie and Emma happens in the trope-iest of cinematic eateries, a diner – Borgli asks really major thematic questions with his controversial subject matter.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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These connections raise broader questions about how Epstein was able to maintain influence, credibility, and protection across borders for so long.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Fulton County officials have forcefully pushed back, arguing the issues cited reflect routine administrative errors rather than evidence of fraud.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Mar. 2026
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When weather issues later threatened insurance coverage during production, Hanks and Zemeckis covered that cost as well.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
28 Mar. 2026
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But such is the risk-reward of attempting to get ahead of the game in such matters before cost increases.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2026
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This is where d/acc’s democratic instinct matters.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
31 Mar. 2026
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Sacramento police are putting the liquidation of the office of violence prevention project funds on the table as a solution to the city's money troubles, even as the chief has credited the partnership program with lowering crime rates in the past four years.—
Steve Large,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie Mosser told The Beacon-News that conversations about CASA’s place in the courthouse had been some time in the making, as the county grappled with financial troubles and a lack of space in its buildings for county purposes.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Problems.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/problems. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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