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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 require
to have as a requirement
having to put up with an overbearing boss challenges forbearance
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Recent Examples of challenge
Seema Mody, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2025
Raleigh saw a 26% increase in vehicle thefts during the first few months of 2023 due to the challenge, the News & Observer reported.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 22 Oct. 2025
Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2025
Beaty remained laser-focused and carried on challenging Butler’s Tex.
—Jay Glennie, Rolling Stone, 28 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Analysts say some of the key challenges GE Vernova is facing right now are capacity constraints, evolving tariff policy and regulations that have slowed down orders for onshore wind turbines.
—Seema Mody, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2025
Raleigh saw a 26% increase in vehicle thefts during the first few months of 2023 due to the challenge, the News & Observer reported.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 22 Oct. 2025
Verb
The entry-level job market has been challenging, with limited opportunities and the threat that AI tools will automate their roles.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2025
Beaty remained laser-focused and carried on challenging Butler’s Tex.
—Jay Glennie, Rolling Stone, 28 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for challenge
Noun
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The federal agency’s power to green-light sports betting nationwide is the subject of legal objections from states and tribal groups.—
Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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Few beside farmers voice objections.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
26 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The viral post, which received more than 3,000 upvotes on Reddit, is filled with dozens of comments of fellow travelers chiming in with their own tips and tricks using personal experiences solving delay problems.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Oct. 2025
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DeSantis has urged lawmakers in Tallahassee to come up with a plan to ease the burden on Florida homeowners, but has expressed frustration with their approach to the problem.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Julie Mayhew, owner of Mayville Farm, a small farm sanctuary in Racine, said she's publicly questioned Shalom for years.—
Quinn Clark,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Bessent was questioned by Democrats and some Republicans for his support, in the context of Argentina being a competitor to the US in exporting soybeans to China.—
Daniel Flatley,
Fortune,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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It is aimed at combining the cultural influence of its host city with the daring fashion that dances across the pages of the magazine.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
27 Oct. 2025
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Photos shared by the brand Seventy One Gin — which was serving up golden martinis throughout the evening — showed the mom-of-four rocking two daring outfits for the occasion.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Due process requires a commitment to the reasons punishment is sought and thus allows those reasons to be addressed and countered.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
23 Oct. 2025
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Elliott requires a period of adaptation.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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These are frequently shaped into nested spheres—though there are many exceptions, including intricate axial symmetries.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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According to officials, Bovino is now viewed not as an exception but as the new standard for what is to come at ICE.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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To compound matters, Nuno is the first West Ham head coach to be winless in his first four league games since Manuel Pellegrini in September 2018.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Previous studies relied on a process known as polymerase chain reaction (PCR), which amplifies small or degraded fragments of DNA, allowing scientists to analyze genetic material even from old or damaged organic matter.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The first game Monday was the Lions-Buccaneers contest in Detroit.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
22 Oct. 2025
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The first was a Week 3 contest his rookie season, also due to an ankle injury.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Challenge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/challenge. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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