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The state or condition of being difficult
“Because of his upbringing, he may experience some difficulty in giving or receiving affection.”
The degree to which something is difficult or complex
“Questions will be arranged in no particular order of difficulty.”
A thing that is hard to accomplish, deal with, or understand
“This would, in turn, lead to difficulty in calculating an accurate angle of attack.”
A situation that is difficult or dangerous
“A fictional character undergoing some difficulty can trigger an emotional reaction on the part of the reader.”
A feeling, act or declaration of disapproval or objection to something
“The biggest difficulty I have with this dress is its gaudy color.”
A difference or variance of opinion on an issue
“The difficulty I've had with the department has been exacerbated by their refusal to engage in dialogue.”
A dispute or disagreement
“Our neighbor's insistence on continually parking in front of our driveway is the primary source of the difficulty we have with him.”
An unfortunate condition or event
A person or thing that causes annoyance or difficulty
The characteristic of being needy
A risk of loss, harm, or failure
The quality of requiring tact, discretion or sensitivity
A doubt or uncertainty concerning a matter or decision
An emotional difficulty or a psychological inhibition
A mistake arising from or resulting in confusion
The quality of being insoluble
A state of difficulty or impenetrability
A violent confrontation or struggle
The state of being bewildered or unclear in one's mind about something
The undesirable consequences of an action or event
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