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issue

[ish-oo, is-yoo] / ˈɪʃ u, ˈɪs yu /


NOUN
edition of publication
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Usage

What are other ways to say issue? The verb issue is often used of a number of persons, a mass of matter, or a volume of smoke, sound, or the like, coming forth through any outlet or outlets: The crowd issued from the building. Emerge is used of coming forth from a place shut off from view, or from concealment, or the like, into sight and notice: The sun emerges from behind the clouds. Emanate is used of intangible things, as light or ideas, spreading from a source: Rumors often emanate from irresponsible persons.

Example Sentences

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Thousands took to the streets of the city in northern Italy on Saturday to protest against a range of issues including the cost of living.

From BBC

The thorny issue of what to do with Russian assets has not only stumped Western leaders but also officials in Berlin who are saddled with three crumbling buildings belonging to Moscow.

From Barron's

Getting the dry docks online by the time they are needed will also be an issue, some analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal

Her death has prompted widespread grief and urgent questions about the country's readiness to tackle a persistent and lethal public health issue.

From BBC

On Monday, Jenni and Trevor will address a parliamentary event in Westminster, hosted by Baroness Helena Kennedy KC, bringing together MPs, peers and legal experts to examine the issue.

From BBC