Problem and Stiff

Problem

Problem noun - Something that requires thought and skill for resolution.

Stiff and problem are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Stiff" instead an adjective "Problem".

Nearby Words: problematic, problematical

Stiff

Stiff adjective - Incapable of or highly resistant to bending.

Problem and stiff are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Problem" instead an adjective "Stiff".

Mutual synonyms

Both words in one sentence

  • Podcast / Kakos Industries This has made her just a little too good at her job, as she'll do anything in her power to destroy even a stiff breeze that might become a problem.
  • Part of the problem was the use of a straight-pull bolt mechanism: this allowed the Ross a shorter cycle time than even the mighty Enfield, but also required a complex system of cams and grooves which became ridiculously stiff with even the slightest mud contamination.
  • The Stoic Most of the confusion stems from English voice actor Mark Hildreth being told to play the character as stiff and robotic, combined with Flanderization; this is obviously less of a problem in the Japanese version, where Hikaru Midorikawa delivered a subdued but still emotional performance.
    Source: The Stoic
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