widespread issue
[/ˈwaɪdˌsprɛd ˈɪʃuː/]
noun phrasepl: widespread issues
problema generalizado
1. A problem or difficulty that affects many people, places, or things across a large area or population
Corruption is a widespread issue in many developing countries.
A corrupção é um problema generalizado em muitos países em desenvolvimento.
2. A common concern or difficulty that is prevalent and extensive rather than isolated
Mental health has become a widespread issue affecting teenagers.
A saúde mental se tornou um problema generalizado afetando adolescentes.
This phrase is commonly used in both American and Brazilian discourse when discussing social, political, or environmental problems. In Brazil, it's frequently used in news media and academic contexts to describe challenges like inequality, violence, or healthcare disparities. The concept emphasizes systemic rather than individual problems.
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