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we have problems in vs we have problems with

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'We have problems in' is used when referring to a specific location or situation where the problems exist. 'We have problems with' is used when indicating the source or cause of the problems.

Last updated: March 30, 2024 • 727 views

we have problems in

This phrase is correct when referring to a specific location or situation where the problems exist.

Use 'we have problems in' when you want to specify the location or situation where the problems are occurring.

Examples:

  • We have problems in the accounting department.
  • We have problems in our relationship.
  • We have problems in the production process.
  • Unfortunately, however, just as we have problems in the common transit procedure, we clearly have common transit problems between the Breydel and the Berlaymont that we must sort out.
  • We have problems in the candidate countries.
  • If we have problems in terms of progress during this year Parliament cannot be blamed for any kind of delay.
  • As the PISA study shows, though, we have problems in this area.
  • On the other hand, we have problems in areas where there are fewer inhabitants and which are a long way from urban centres, and it is important that the European system should take account of remote areas in a balanced way.
  • We have problems in society which research and development will also help with.
  • We have problems in many countries regarding the legal forms according to which the work is developing.
  • I am worried we have problems in terms of how to balance up the regulation that we are doing.
  • If we have problems in the village, we point our finger at the the State at someone else.
  • We have problems in Venezuela...
  • However, we have problems in adopting Amendment No 8 since, in our opinion, it is redundant as a result of the adoption of Council Regulation No 322 on Community statistics, which defines the confidentiality standards applicable to all Community statistics: the so-called statistical confidentiality.

Alternatives:

  • We are facing issues in
  • There are challenges in
  • Difficulties arise in
  • We encounter problems in
  • We experience trouble in

we have problems with

This phrase is correct when indicating the source or cause of the problems.

Use 'we have problems with' when you want to specify the source or cause of the problems.

Examples:

  • We have problems with the new software.
  • We have problems with communication.
  • We have problems with our neighbors.
  • It is also worrying when it comes to the Community initiatives, in which we have problems with a very large proportion of the resources.
  • In large parts of the EU, we have problems with levels of nitrates in the groundwater that are directly hazardous to health.
  • Today we have problems with production, distribution, consumers' rights as well as global warming, stability and security.
  • We have problems with financing, at least that is what is said.
  • Then we have problems with the gas supply in Europe where we are not able to deliver or have an agreement between the Member States to invest in future projects such as interconnections or gas storage.
  • We have problems with the tropical rains.
  • You know, we have problems with the instalments.
  • On the other hand, we have problems with Amendment No 24, which concerns Article 16.
  • Indeed in my own county of Meath we have problems with the quality of water there.
  • From a Danish perspective we have problems with the concept of allowing Union citizenship to play so central a role in the Report.
  • The Secretary-General informs me that we have problems with certain auxiliaries who are involved in an emerging dispute.
  • In my country we have problems with finding enough space to develop wind power.
  • I could highlight many things, but one particular thing we have problems with in Europe is horse transport.
  • If it does, then this directive, like the materials we have problems with, will have a limited lifespan.
  • And... So, we have problems with our relationship?
  • Whilst we have problems with the call back and Parliament's responsibility as colegislator to be able to monitor what is eventually produced, the process as such is something we wholeheartedly support.
  • First of all, as asked by various speakers, why did we have problems with the Pact?
  • We have seen that where there is a lack of controls and where there is a lack of decision-making within Member States, we have problems with regard to racism.
  • In fact, while we can go along with the rapporteur on the need to respect human rights and fundamental freedoms, we have problems with the report when it addresses other economic and social issues.
  • And... So, we have problems with our relationship?

Alternatives:

  • We are encountering issues with
  • There are challenges with
  • Difficulties arise with
  • We face problems with
  • We experience trouble with

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