real issue

Example Sentences

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“That shortfall of emergency public information that was the real issue here,” Botterell said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

But to me, Dahlia, the real issue about civility isn’t just judge to judge.

From Slate • May 12, 2026

Of course, the real issue for current retirees is how markets perform over the next 30 years.

From Barron's • Apr. 19, 2026

The real issue here is how transparently they are handled and whether they influence recommendations.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

“Well, yes . . . but . . . well, as I said, the word ain’t and even the word frindle—these are not the real issue here,” said Mrs. Chatham.

From "Frindle" by Andrew Clements