issue — an important topic or problem for debate or discussion
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an important topic or problem for debate or discussion
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪʃuː/
Example Sentences
- My biggest issue with pizza is that it disappears too quickly from my plate.
- The government needs to issue a statement about the new education policy.
- I have serious issues with alarm clocks - they never wake me up gently enough.
issue
NOUN[/ˈɪʃuː/]
an important topic or problem for debate or discussion
The teacher helped the students solve an issue with their science project.
“Is it you?” the teacher asked when an issue appeared in the classroom. (ISSUE → “IS YOU?” → ask who caused the problem)
A tissue helped clean the spill, and the teacher came to rescue the students from the issue.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'issuer' meaning 'to go out' or 'to emerge', derived from Latin 'exire' (ex- meaning 'out' + ire meaning 'to go'). The term evolved to mean an 'outcome' or 'result', then extended to mean a 'topic' or 'matter in dispute'.
Breakdown
ex- (out) + ire (to go) = exire (Latin: to go out) > issuer (Old French: to emerge/go out) > issue (English: outcome, topic, or problem for discussion)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My biggest issue with pizza is that it disappears too quickly from my plate.”
“The government needs to issue a statement about the new education policy.”
“I have serious issues with alarm clocks - they never wake me up gently enough.”
“Environmental protection has become a critical issue for young voters.”
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