1. A problem that recurs in a repeating pattern or cycle; a situation that returns to its original state periodically
The company faces a cyclic problem with seasonal demand fluctuations every year.
A empresa enfrenta um problema cíclico com flutuações de demanda sazonal a cada ano.
2. In mathematics and computer science, a problem involving circular or recursive dependencies or patterns
The algorithm had a cyclic problem where function A called function B, which called function A again.
O algoritmo tinha um problema cíclico onde a função A chamava a função B, que chamava a função A novamente.
3. A recurring issue that cannot be easily resolved because its causes and effects form a closed loop
Poverty and lack of education create a cyclic problem that is difficult to break.
A pobreza e a falta de educação criam um problema cíclico que é difícil de romper.