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issue

/ˈɪsjuː/

When used as a noun meaning "a problem," it can be either countable (e.g., "several issues") or uncountable depending on the context. As a verb, "issue" is most common in formal or official contexts, such as government agencies providing passports or companies releasing press statements. Be careful not to confuse the noun meaning "a magazine edition" with the noun meaning "a problem"; they are used in very different social contexts.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Chloe is in the university library while Eleanor is at home.

Eleanor Smith

CHLOE DEAR WHY IS THE MAGAZINE NOT HERE. I HAVE A MAJOR ISSUE WITH THIS SUBSCRIPTION.

Chloe Smith

Grandma, just chill. I'll look into it after I finish cramming for this mid-term.

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Eleanor is using 'issue' in the sense of a magazine edition/publication problem, while typing in all caps due to her tech illiteracy. Chloe responds with 'chill' (slang for relax) and 'cramming' (studying intensively in a short time), reflecting her student persona.

Meanings

noun

An important topic or problem for debate or discussion.

"Climate change is a critical global issue."

noun

A specific edition of a magazine or newspaper published at a particular time.

"Did you see the January issue of Vogue?"

verb (transitive)

To formally provide or supply something, such as an official document.

"The police will issue a statement later today."

verb (intransitive)

To flow or come out from a source.

"Smoke issued from the chimney."

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