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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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"Domestically, the imbalance of strong supply and weak demand remains a prominent issue," he added.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

"Plastic pollution is increasingly recognized not only as an environmental issue but also as a public health concern," said Dr. Sehee Lee, the lead researcher of the study.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

And although we’re using this platform to talk about larger issues, sometimes the larger issue is: I’m here and I’m a plus-size woman.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

In reality, as Slater notes, the demographics of who accesses psychotherapy show that the issue is often a matter of access, not will.

From Salon • May 18, 2026

Neither those for nor against slavery liked the idea of America’s citizens deciding such an essential issue.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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