Cryptic crossword clue
Problem rewritten in quotes 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word QUESTION

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Problem" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case problem = question.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does QUESTION mean?

QUESTION noun
  1. A sentence, phrase or word which asks for information, reply or response; an interrogative.
  2. A subject or topic for consideration or investigation.
  3. A doubt or challenge about the truth or accuracy of a matter.
  4. A proposal to a meeting as a topic for deliberation.
  5. (chiefly with definite article) Interrogation by torture.
  6. Talk; conversation; speech.
QUESTION verb
  1. To ask questions about; to interrogate; to enquire for information.
  2. To raise doubts about; have doubts about.
  3. To argue; to converse; to dispute.

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