issue as a noun is a problem or a question. We have an issue with the new product range. (there is trouble with it) Issue as a verb is quite different. it is to give or distribute. The term GI for soldier comes from Government Issue. for things received by the government. The government issues bank notes I issued my new employees with their ID cards. ( i gave them the cards. Usually part of a formal process. )

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