problematic
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Problematic cell images can occur as a result of incorrect staining, for example.
From Science Daily • Jan. 9, 2024
“But in practice, speech codes don’t work. Problematic speech needs to be countered with other speech and with education, and we are doing that.”
From Washington Times • Dec. 5, 2023
Problematic about all these seismic changes, though, is geography.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 3, 2023
Problematic too is the decision to include plotlines involving the film’s less-compelling secondary characters, adding unnecessary weight to an already prolonged running time.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2023
"Well said," replied the baron; "will you try this hock, a wine of some merit,--very well said and also perhaps true,--only not for Problematic Characters."
From Problematic Characters A Novel by Spielhagen, Friedrich
Vocabulary lists containing problematic
Dear Martin
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