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as in objection
a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent
there were no serious challenges to the legislative bill, so it passed easily
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as in problem
something that requires thought and skill for resolution
the many challenges facing developing countries in the 21st century
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as in to question
to demand proof of the truth or rightness of
don't hesitate to challenge any statement that generalizes about people
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as in to need
to have as a requirement
having to put up with an overbearing boss challenges forbearance
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Recent Examples of challenge
Andrew Gilbert, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
During his visit, Prince William aims to shed light on environmental challenges and the vital work of rangers, who are on the front lines of conservation efforts.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 26 Nov. 2024
These groups challenge conventional fashion norms and embody a philosophy of rebellion and self-expression.
—Fairchild Studio, WWD, 26 Nov. 2024
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Noun
The students embrace the challenge, though the Gurgels’ music is taking them into particularly demanding territory.
—Andrew Gilbert, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
During his visit, Prince William aims to shed light on environmental challenges and the vital work of rangers, who are on the front lines of conservation efforts.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
Verb
This means raising prices to improve profitability is challenging, if not impossible, for Cargojet as its customers are likely to flock to cheaper alternatives, according to the hedge fund manager.
—Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 26 Nov. 2024
These groups challenge conventional fashion norms and embody a philosophy of rebellion and self-expression.
—Fairchild Studio, WWD, 26 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for challenge
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That expansion came over the objection of the court's chief justice at the time.Stacey Barchenger, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
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That immediately elicited objections from the South Arkansas Minerals Association, which also objected to the December application, and dozens of other mineral rights owners.Ainsley Platt, arkansasonline.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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There’s also a problem on the booze level with Christiaan, who makes his cake with a Dutch confection called advocaat.Brian Moylan, Vulture, 15 Nov. 2024
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The markets and materials that these countries possess will only become more central to solving problems that the incoming president expresses great interest in addressing, such as bolstering U.S. supply chains and securing critical minerals.Leslie Vinjamuri, Foreign Affairs, 15 Nov. 2024
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Vallow Daybell's mental fitness was also questioned during her that case, as she was initially ruled incompetent and ordered to receive treatment during her Idaho trial.Karen Bartunek, The Arizona Republic, 21 Nov. 2024
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Add in the mixed bag of fan feedback, and even the most secure person can question themselves.Lindy Segal, Allure, 21 Nov. 2024
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Reading this news story launched journalist Chris Heath’s multiyear mission to uncover the full story behind the prisoners’ daring bid for freedom.Meilan Solly, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Nov. 2024
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Memphis, meanwhile, didn’t make a field goal over the final four minutes of regulation, daring the Huskies to get back in the game.Brendan Marks, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
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Bates needed more than 200 stitches to repair the damage to her scalp, according to her attorneys.Jason Green, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
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Cruise will now need to cooperate with government investigations, implement a Safety Compliance Program, and provide annual reports to the US Attorney’s Office.Will McCurdy, PCMAG, 16 Nov. 2024
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One exception taken from extensive personal experience: What comes out of the tap during our winter stays in Surfside Beach, Texas, is to be avoided.Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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There was one notable exception, however: Wisconsin, where Democrats saw steep decline with Black voters.Domenico Montanaro, NPR, 22 Nov. 2024
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The 13-year-old's family sued Malone at the time but the matter was later settled out of court.Hannah Hudnall, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
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After Kyle updated her on her current relationship with The Agency founder, Sutton admitted she wasn't convinced that things wouldn't turn nasty once the matter of money got involved.Esther Kang, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
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Maricopa County has also been ground zero for election denialism after the 2020 election, with Trump contesting his loss in the pivotal county.Caroline Vakil, The Hill, 5 Nov. 2024
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All challenges must be filed by Dec. 2. State law sets expedited timeframes for courts to hear cases contesting election results.Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Challenge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/challenge. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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