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unnoticed problem

[/ˌʌn.nəˈtɪst ˈprɑː.bləm/]
noun phrasepl: unnoticed problems
problema despercebido
1. A difficulty or issue that exists but has not been observed, detected, or recognized by anyone
The unnoticed problem with the software led to data loss months later.
O problema despercebido com o software resultou em perda de dados meses depois.
2. An overlooked or hidden issue that may have serious consequences if left unaddressed
The unnoticed problem in the building's foundation eventually caused structural damage.
O problema despercebido na fundação do edifício eventualmente causou danos estruturais.
Synonyms
overlooked problemhidden problemlatent issueundetected problemconcealed difficulty
Antonyms
obvious problemapparent issuevisible problemrecognized difficulty

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
problema despercebido
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
problema despercebido / problema não detectado
Both forms are used in business and technical contexts
Portugal
problema despercebido / problema não notado
Both expressions are acceptable in Portuguese European standard

Related Idioms & Phrases

a ticking time bomb
the elephant in the room
flying under the radar
a problem waiting to happen
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