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[prob-luhm] / ˈprɒb ləm /




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He has no problem expressing his displeasure at being inconvenienced by his unwanted trainee or earthbound law enforcement officers.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 17, 2026

“Perfect problem to have,” it wrote, ending the sentence with a wide grinning emoji.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 16, 2026

Their biggest problem is who does Arteta pick?

From BBC Aug. 16, 2026

The recent subdued action in crude belies a bigger problem brewing in refined products such as gasoline, diesel and jet fuel.

From MarketWatch Aug. 16, 2026

The problem was that they might have to carry Nicole, and he would need Rashawn to help him.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith

Scientists already know that cardiovascular problems in midlife can raise the risk of cognitive decline and dementia.

From Science Daily Aug. 16, 2026

"In turn, this can lead to poor weight gain, growth problems, and developmental delays," the spokesperson said.

From BBC Aug. 16, 2026

As the models from Anthropic and OpenAI keep toppling brutal problems, they have done something no less improbable: They have turned me into a math person.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 15, 2026

Against problems of that scale, a $10 student planner is a tiny expense.

From Salon Aug. 15, 2026

Being on my best behavior at all times was just one of the problems with being the commander’s kid, and today of all days I did not want to play the polite and well-behaved daughter.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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