problems

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difficulty; bad situation n.
puzzle, question n.

NOUN

difficulty; bad situation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

complication dilemma dispute headache issue obstacle question trouble

STRONG

botheration box count crunch disagreement doubt hitch mess pickle predicament quandary scrape squeeze worriment

WEAK

can of worms disputed point hot water point at issue

Antonyms

STRONGEST

advantage agreement assistance blessing help peace

STRONG

benefit certainty opening solution

WEAK

good situation

NOUN

puzzle, question

Synonyms

STRONG

bugaboo conundrum enigma example grabber illustration intricacy mystery poser puzzler query riddle stickler stumper teaser twister

WEAK

brainteaser cliff-hanger mind-boggler sixty-four thousand dollar question

Antonyms

WEAK

good situation solution

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problems

The whistleblower account detailed a series of problems with development and testing of the new computer system, which the person said can take nine months to a year to debug.

From Salon ● Sep. 2, 2026

In about 10% of cases, this treatment causes problems with heart function.

From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026

Italy's chronic issues have led many to believe that "no one can solve their problems," he added.

From Barron's ● Sep. 2, 2026

His legislation would require specific information so property owners can have a chance to mitigate problems and keep their insurance.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 1, 2026

She had worried that they’d run into problems with the door.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny