Issue
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Pro Tip 1/3
Scope of Issue
Consider 'issue' to indicate matters of varying sizes, not just major problems. We need to resolve the parking issue soon.
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Issue vs. Urgent
'Issue' doesn't necessarily imply urgency; context will influence the severity. There is an issue with the report, but it's nothing urgent.
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Emotional Weight
Using 'issue' can be a softer, less confrontational way to discuss problems. Let's talk about the issue calmly.