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
Ancelotti had great success in managing Vinicius Jr, who is now having problems with Alonso.
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Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 31 Oct. 2025
Ciri’s problems, unfortunately, are rooted in the present.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2025
This can include poor academic and cognitive function as well as greater behavioral problems, Burghardt said.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 30 Oct. 2025
He is believed to have suffered from numerous illnesses and disabilities, including circulatory problems, malaria, bone disease and a club foot.
—Charlene Gubash, NBC news, 30 Oct. 2025
Symptoms can include memory loss, impulse control problems, anxiety, depression and anger issues.
—Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2025
Over the years, researchers have tried to tie your body getting an hour less of sleep that night to a variety of issues, including an increase in car crashes and health problems such as heart attacks and strokes.
—Chris Sims, Louisville Courier Journal, 30 Oct. 2025
In real life, the cast deals with far more everyday problems than their characters do.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
But new problems arrive with Noah and Joanne.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2025
Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 31 Oct. 2025
Ciri’s problems, unfortunately, are rooted in the present.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2025
This can include poor academic and cognitive function as well as greater behavioral problems, Burghardt said.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 30 Oct. 2025
He is believed to have suffered from numerous illnesses and disabilities, including circulatory problems, malaria, bone disease and a club foot.
—Charlene Gubash, NBC news, 30 Oct. 2025
Symptoms can include memory loss, impulse control problems, anxiety, depression and anger issues.
—Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2025
Over the years, researchers have tried to tie your body getting an hour less of sleep that night to a variety of issues, including an increase in car crashes and health problems such as heart attacks and strokes.
—Chris Sims, Louisville Courier Journal, 30 Oct. 2025
In real life, the cast deals with far more everyday problems than their characters do.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
But new problems arrive with Noah and Joanne.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for problems
Noun
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On Saturday, representatives from APEC's 21 member countries acknowledged challenges facing the global trade system and supply chains in a joint declaration.—
Se Eun Gong,
NPR,
2 Nov. 2025
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Mikie Sherrill had two main challenges.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The person didn’t respond to further questions, and phone calls to two numbers associated with the email address went unanswered.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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These are really fun biological questions that depend on the details of their environment.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Common side effects include nausea and digestive issues.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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What Happens Next Trump is expected to meet Xi on the sidelines of an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum, where trade is expected to dominate their agenda but security issues including the South China Sea and the de facto independent island of Taiwan are also likely to be raised.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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To compound matters, West Ham’s forthcoming games against Newcastle United (H), Burnley (H), Bournemouth (A), Liverpool (H), Manchester United (A), Brighton (A), Aston Villa (H) and Manchester City (A).—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
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The retail and banking industries, rarely allies in Washington on policy matters related to point-of-sale, are demanding that Washington issue guidance or pass a law fixing the issues that are arising due to the shortage.—
Ken Sweet,
Fortune,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In addition to her legal troubles, Aileen also suffered from mental health struggles and reportedly attempted suicide six times, from the ages of 14 to 22.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Rosie O'Donnell is asking for support amid her daughter's legal troubles.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Problems.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/problems. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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