unresolved problem

[/ˌʌnrɪˈzɒlvd ˈprɒbləm/]

nounpl: unresolved problems

problema não resolvido

1. An issue or difficulty that has not been solved or settled

The unresolved problem of climate change continues to affect policy decisions.

O problema não resolvido das mudanças climáticas continua a afetar as decisões políticas.

2. A question or matter that remains open or disputed

There are still unresolved problems in the peace negotiations.

Ainda há problemas não resolvidos nas negociações de paz.

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General Brazilian

problema não resolvido

Most common usage across Brazil

São Paulo

problema em aberto

Common alternative phrasing

Portugal

problema por resolver

Preferred European Portuguese construction

leave something unresolved

an open book

sweep under the rug (opposite meaning)

the ball is in someone's court

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