increasing problem

[ɪnˈkriːsɪŋ ˈprɑːbləm]
noun phrasepl: increasing problems
problema crescente
1. A difficulty or issue that is becoming progressively worse or more frequent over time
Climate change is an increasing problem for coastal cities.
A mudança climática é um problema crescente para as cidades costeiras.
2. A challenge that is becoming more serious, prevalent, or difficult to manage
Mental health has become an increasing problem in schools.
A saúde mental tornou-se um problema crescente nas escolas.
This phrase is commonly used in both American and Brazilian contexts when discussing social, environmental, or economic issues. In Brazil, it's frequently employed in journalistic and academic discourse. In the USA, it's prevalent in policy discussions and news media. Both cultures recognize 'increasing problems' as legitimate concerns requiring intervention.
NYC Slang
growing headache, getting worse by the day
Synonyms / Sinônimos
growing problemmounting problemescalating issueworsening difficultyexpanding challenge
Antonyms / Antônimos
decreasing problemdiminishing issueimproving situationresolved issue

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
problema crescente
Standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
problema crescente / problema em crescimento
Both forms commonly used in business and news contexts
Rio de Janeiro
problema crescente
Frequently used in local media and discussions
Portugal
problema crescente
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; widely understood

Related Words

problem escalationprogressive difficultymounting concernaggravating situationdeteriorating condition

Related Idioms & Phrases

the tip of the iceberg
a ticking time bomb
snowballing effect
spiraling out of control
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