A problem that is challenging to solve.
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see hard, nut, crack.
A situation, person, group, etc. which is difficult to overcome or deal with.
A place, opportunity, etc. to which it is difficult to gain entry.
An amount that is difficult to finance.
A difficulty that has to be resolved or dealt with.
A puzzling circumstance.
A set of moves required to complete a climb.
A question to be answered, schoolwork exercise.
Objection.
Difficulty in accepting or understanding or refusal to accept or understand.
Causing a problem; problematic; troublesome.
Difficult to train or guide; unruly.