persistent problems
[/pərˈsɪstənt ˈprɑːbləmz/]
noun phrase
problemas persistentes
1. recurring or continuous difficulties that remain unresolved over an extended period of time
The company has been dealing with persistent problems in its supply chain for months.
A empresa tem lidado com problemas persistentes em sua cadeia de suprimentos há meses.
2. issues that refuse to go away despite efforts to resolve them
Persistent problems with the software require immediate attention from the development team.
Problemas persistentes com o software exigem atenção imediata da equipe de desenvolvimento.
3. long-standing obstacles or challenges that continue to affect performance or well-being
Mental health professionals often help patients address persistent problems from their past.
Profissionais de saúde mental frequentemente ajudam pacientes a resolver problemas persistentes do passado.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, persistent problems are often discussed in business meetings, healthcare settings, and personal development conversations. The phrase emphasizes frustration with ongoing issues and the need for proactive solutions, reflecting a cultural value on problem-solving and continuous improvement in both cultures.
NYC Slang
problems that won't quit; problems that stick around
Related Idioms & Phrases
a thorn in one's side
a pain in the neck
to haunt someone
to plague someone
problems that won't go away
um problema que não sai da cabeça (Portuguese idiom: a problem that won't leave your head)
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