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glaring problem
[/ˈɡlerɪŋ ˈprɑːbləm/]
noun phrase
pl: glaring problems / problemas gritantes
problema gritante
1.
An obvious and serious problem that is impossible to ignore or overlook
The glaring problem with the project was the lack of funding.
O problema gritante do projeto era a falta de financiamento.
2.
A conspicuous flaw or issue that stands out prominently
There is a glaring problem in the company's management structure.
Há um problema gritante na estrutura de gestão da empresa.
Synonyms
obvious problem
blatant problem
stark problem
flagrant issue
conspicuous flaw
pressing issue
Antonyms
hidden problem
subtle issue
minor concern
negligible flaw
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
problema gritante
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
Brazil (Alternative)
problema óbvio
More neutral alternative
Portugal
problema evidente
Preferred in European Portuguese
Portugal (Alternative)
problema flagrante
Formal/legal contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
a thorn in one's side
stick out like a sore thumb
jump out at you
elephant in the room
as plain as the nose on your face
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