Collocation
The main problem is
Used to introduce and identify the most significant difficulty, obstacle, or issue in a particular situation.
Definition
'The main problem is' is a common English collocation. Used to introduce and identify the most significant difficulty, obstacle, or issue in a particular situation.
The main problem + is + [complement (e.g., noun phrase, gerund, that-clause)]
“The main problem is that we don't have enough resources.”
Examples
- The main problem is a lack of communication among team members.
- He argued that the main problem is that nobody is taking responsibility.
- Finding a suitable venue for the conference was the main problem.
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- According to the analysis, the main problem is an outdated software system.
- For many startups, the main problem is securing initial funding.
- The engineer explained that the main problem is how to integrate the old and new components.
- Despite numerous efforts, the main problem is still the high rate of staff turnover.
- She concluded that the main problem is a fundamental misunderstanding of the client's needs.
- During the economic crisis, the main problem was the widespread unemployment.
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