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problematic

[prob-luh-mat-ik] / ˌprɒb ləˈmæt ɪk /


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If Apple cannot deliver the foldable iPhone this year, that’s potentially problematic, Luria said in emailed comments.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

A 0% target leaves little room for error since even a minor shock could result in deflation, or falling prices—which is arguably more problematic than inflation.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Now, Oregon Public Broadcasting and ProPublica have obtained documents that reveal the role Dundon played in pushing some of the key company practices that regulators later presented as problematic.

From Salon • Mar. 30, 2026

“Tour” becomes “your,” which is problematic when Loveland is on tour—and sending updates to loved ones.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

Retrieving a sample from Bobby, however, was decidedly more problematic.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady