problem
noun
any question or matter involving doubt, uncertainty, or difficulty.
problems
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pluralof problem.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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He said intelligence is the ability to solve problems creatively, such as winning at chess, driving a car and curing a disease.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 2, 2026
Treatments such as chemotherapy, ovarian suppression and endocrine therapies can trigger an early extreme complex menopause or cause menopause-like symptoms, including hot flushes, sleep problems, joint pain, fatigue, low mood and changes to sexual health.
From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2026
Swedish chain Ica also said "a limited number" of its stores experienced refrigeration problems, but the group could not confirm a cyberattack was the cause.
From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026
By addressing both nutrients together, this approach could strengthen efforts to prevent hypertension and reduce the risk of serious cardiovascular problems.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 2, 2026
They were thrilled that I, too, read Aviation Week and was as interested in these problems as they were.
From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson
