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Problematic

/prˌɑbləˈmætɪk/
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(adj) Posing a problem; having or suffering from problem(s):

The separation of gold from sand is problematic.
It may be problematic to dissuade your parents from accompanying you to the event.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The new policy proved ____ in practice because it failed to account for regional differences.

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