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Part of the problem

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25 May 2026

Part of the problem

We use this expression to explain one reason for a particular problem.

Written: Yes

Spoken: Yes

Formal: Yes

Informal: Yes

Example 1

Why don't more tourists visit Scotland in the winter? It's so beautiful.

Well, the weather is part of the problem. It is pretty cold. It's also quite expensive.

Example 2

The film wasn't a success because the acting was terrible.

Yes, that's part of the problem. And it wasn't very realistic either.

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