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as in objections
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 problems
something that requires thought and skill for resolution
the many challenges facing developing countries in the 21st century
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as in questions
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 requires
to have as a requirement
having to put up with an overbearing boss challenges forbearance
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Recent Examples of challenges
Hanako Montgomery, CNN Money, 27 Oct. 2025
One-time pioneer, new challenges American Airlines was an industry leader for decades.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2025
Bubbins believes the benefits of e-bikes outweigh any challenges.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Oct. 2025
The town’s reputation as a cemetery city is not without challenges, however.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 26 Oct. 2025
Pisecco, the clinic director at Pisecco & Associates, PLLC—a practice that supports children and families navigating the complexities of autism and behavioral challenges—agrees.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Oct. 2025
Elsewhere in the documentary, Victoria also opened up about one of the toughest challenges she's faced — her past eating disorder.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2025
Researchers highlighted the current challenges for OCTOID, including slow thermal response and potential fatigue of CLCEs, and the weight of nichrome wires limiting flexibility.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 26 Oct. 2025
Despite the challenges of today’s job market, millions of degree holders still find jobs annually.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2025
Bipul Sinha, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2025
In the heat of summer, two young women from neighboring ranches discover a love that challenges them to reimagine desire, home, and their futures.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2025
This placement challenges you to take relationships seriously, to honor your commitments and to recognize when to set boundaries.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
The Chamber, historically aligned with Republican administrations, rarely challenges policies from a sitting GOP president.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
The case challenges the idea that AI tools are neutral and asks whether their creators share responsibility for harm.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2025
However, a recent paper by Richard Howl and Joseph Aziz of Royal Holloway, University of London, challenges that assumption.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2025
Jennifer Swann spent a few minutes laying the groundwork for a life story that challenges any idea that people with severe disabilities can’t enjoy active, fruitful lives.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 24 Oct. 2025
This directly challenges a pervasive myth of the monolithic leader.
—Jason Barnard, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2025
Noun
At home, Takaichi faces her own challenges.
—Hanako Montgomery, CNN Money, 27 Oct. 2025
One-time pioneer, new challenges American Airlines was an industry leader for decades.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2025
Bubbins believes the benefits of e-bikes outweigh any challenges.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Oct. 2025
The town’s reputation as a cemetery city is not without challenges, however.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 26 Oct. 2025
Pisecco, the clinic director at Pisecco & Associates, PLLC—a practice that supports children and families navigating the complexities of autism and behavioral challenges—agrees.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Oct. 2025
Elsewhere in the documentary, Victoria also opened up about one of the toughest challenges she's faced — her past eating disorder.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2025
Researchers highlighted the current challenges for OCTOID, including slow thermal response and potential fatigue of CLCEs, and the weight of nichrome wires limiting flexibility.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 26 Oct. 2025
Despite the challenges of today’s job market, millions of degree holders still find jobs annually.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
This challenges traditional paths to expertise.
—Bipul Sinha, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2025
In the heat of summer, two young women from neighboring ranches discover a love that challenges them to reimagine desire, home, and their futures.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2025
This placement challenges you to take relationships seriously, to honor your commitments and to recognize when to set boundaries.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
The Chamber, historically aligned with Republican administrations, rarely challenges policies from a sitting GOP president.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
The case challenges the idea that AI tools are neutral and asks whether their creators share responsibility for harm.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2025
However, a recent paper by Richard Howl and Joseph Aziz of Royal Holloway, University of London, challenges that assumption.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2025
Jennifer Swann spent a few minutes laying the groundwork for a life story that challenges any idea that people with severe disabilities can’t enjoy active, fruitful lives.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 24 Oct. 2025
This directly challenges a pervasive myth of the monolithic leader.
—Jason Barnard, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for challenges
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What To Know The health system said that several competing health systems filed objections to Wellstar’s application related to this project.—
Lauren Giella,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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Even so, many artists choose to make such objections public so that a general audience is aware of their stance.—
Anastasia Tsioulcas,
NPR,
20 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Prior to her latest health scare, Bardot was treated for respiratory problems in 2023 after struggling to breathe due to the heat.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Oct. 2025
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Side effects may include stomach issues, headaches, and rare kidney problems from contamination.—
Sarah Anzlovar,
Verywell Health,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But there’s one style of parenting that questions if that’s really the right strategy.—
Alex Vance,
Parents,
21 Oct. 2025
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So when Angela Forrest’s fall proves deadly, nobody questions anything.—
Maren Longbella,
Boston Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The new rare-earths restrictions can be deployed not only against the United States, but against any country that dares to oppose Xi’s will.—
Michael Schuman,
The Atlantic,
23 Oct. 2025
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Yet no less worthy are the moments of self-correction, when a thinker dares to undo what once seemed certain.—
Shai Tubali,
Big Think,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Verghese estimated the world requires 593 million hectares of land—which is equivalent to twice the size of India—every year for crop cultivation at current productivity growth rates to meet that challenge.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
28 Oct. 2025
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The Minnesota Vikings are liable to act quickly in their effort to replace backup quarterback Carson Wentz, who will miss the remainder of the season with a shoulder injury that requires surgery to repair.—
Max Dible,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 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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There are exceptions to the current rules.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Because the integrity of league competitions, built around the simple principle of teams playing each other at home and away, matters.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Dale Ellis covers the federal courthouse beat for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, reporting on criminal and civil matters that impact Arkansans.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Colombia disputes this, contending that Santa Rosa did not exist when the treaty was signed and therefore cannot be claimed under its terms.—
Isa Cardona,
CNN Money,
23 Oct. 2025
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Rodriguez is also accused of attempting to flee from authorities at Acrisure Arena when investigators tried to make contact with him earlier this month, although his attorney disputes this, KESQ reported.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Challenges.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/challenges. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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