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Angliholic Posted 18 years ago
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the important issue/point
Hans Selye, M.D., a recognized expert in the field, has defined stress as a "non-specific response of the body to a demand." The important issue is learning how our bodies respond to these demands.
Hi,
Does "issue" in the above equal to "point?" Thanks.
Hi,
Does "issue" in the above equal to "point?" Thanks.
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It's possible. " "Issue" often means "point" but it also often means difficulty or controversy , or problem , in my opinion. " Best wishes, - A.
- It's possible.
- " "Issue" often means "point" but it also often means difficulty or controversy , or problem , in my opinion.
- " Best wishes, - A.
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It's possible. I'd be more inclined to go with "challenge." "Issue" often means "point" but it also often means difficulty or controversy, or problem, in my opinion.
Just an aside on your question:
We say "A is equal to B," or "A equals B." "Is A equal to B?", or "Does A equal B?"
Best wishes, - A.
Just an aside on your question:
We say "A is equal to B," or "A equals B." "Is A equal to B?", or "Does A equal B?"
Best wishes, - A.
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Yes,in this case, you can substitute "point" for "issue" and not lose meaning. I think of "issue" as being more broad in scope than "point", and also implies the need for further research or discussion.
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