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problems

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

Example Sentences

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“It’s a real-time strategy game which mimics real-world problems more closely,” Wünsch, now retired from competitive “StarCraft,” told MarketWatch.

From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026

The pressure may be even greater at SpaceX, where Musk stands to become the world’s first trillionaire on the IPO and isn’t shy at calling out any problems publicly.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

A 2025 comprehensive review concluded that B12 deficiency remains a modifiable risk factor for neurological and cognitive problems, especially in high risk groups such as older adults and vegetarians.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

Neither of their team-mates, Liam Lawson and Alex Albon, took part in qualifying because their teams could not repair their cars in time after problems in practice.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

A friend described her as in “feeble health,” which may have indicated physical problems, emotional issues, or both.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock