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problems

NOUN

difficulty; bad situation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

complication dilemma dispute headache issue obstacle question trouble

STRONG

botheration box count crunch disagreement doubt hitch mess pickle predicament quandary scrape squeeze worriment

WEAK

can of worms disputed point hot water point at issue

Antonyms

STRONGEST

advantage agreement assistance blessing help peace

STRONG

benefit certainty opening solution

WEAK

good situation

NOUN

puzzle, question

Synonyms

STRONG

bugaboo conundrum enigma example grabber illustration intricacy mystery poser puzzler query riddle stickler stumper teaser twister

WEAK

brainteaser cliff-hanger mind-boggler sixty-four thousand dollar question

Antonyms

WEAK

good situation solution

Example Sentences

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The company shut it down in 2023, stymied by problems with its automated manufacturing systems.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Airlines have said they are not currently experiencing fuel supply problems, but experts have warned that disruption to deliveries because of the Iran war could bring shortages within weeks.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

While the specter of la migra continues to haunt the city, far more crushing are problems that affect everyone — affordability, housing, traffic, pollution.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Young job seekers benefit from prioritizing “projects, side hustles and practical experience that show you can build, adapt and solve problems — not just what you studied,” Kantenga said.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

They had their own problems to deal with.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland