conundrum

/kuh-NUN-drum/noun

a confusing and difficult problem; a riddle

Pricing the free tier is the classic startup conundrum.
Synonyms
puzzle, riddle, dilemma
Antonyms
solution
Memory hook
conundrum: a riddle with its tail in its mouth.

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