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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
Literary Hub, 10 Nov. 2025
But food hubs also have high startup and operational costs, challenges with maintaining a consistent supply and demand and recruiting skilled leadership and staff, and navigating organizational, regulatory and food safety requirements, Perez said.
—Cristina Larue, Arkansas Online, 9 Nov. 2025
To address the challenges at hand, a measured approach is needed, grounded in the basic principle of respect for human rights, as declared by the UN Human Rights Commission at Colombia’s request in July 2023.
—Gustavo Petro, Time, 9 Nov. 2025
Despite this progress, experts caution that the mass adoption of solid-state batteries will take time due to challenges in sourcing raw materials, complex manufacturing processes, and high production costs.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
The main challenges include aligning climate finance commitments between developed and developing countries, addressing the socio-economic impacts of climate change on vulnerable populations and ensuring that emission reduction targets are consistent with the latest climate science.
—Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 9 Nov. 2025
Photographing larger animals comes with its own challenges.
—Lex Goldstein, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
Despite the inevitable issues and challenges, our journalism and quality content continues to be admired as a gold standard.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 9 Nov. 2025
Foremost, under his tenure, the transformation of the BBC to meet the challenges in a world of unprecedented change and competition is well underway.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 9 Nov. 2025
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
The Louisiana case challenges the state’s 2024 congressional map, which created a second majority-Black district.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
Little Villages, Lots of Detail Hosted by Oliver Hudson and executive produced by Chip and Joanna Gaines, the series challenges teams to build gingerbread villages with astonishing detail.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
January 3, 2013 – Pelosi challenges John Boehner for speaker of the House but loses 220-192.
—Cnn.com, Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2025
Her love life, like her work life, according to her most outspoken friend, Littia (singer Inayah), is in shambles, and an invitation to spend the holidays with love interest Colton (Aaron O’Connell) challenges her perspectives on romance.
—Ronda Racha Penrice, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
The research challenges previous studies, including a March analysis of four studies that found melatonin supplementation improved heart failure patients’ quality of life and cardiac function, Egea said.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
An election next week in Wyandotte County will mirror former ones for sheriff, as Celisha Towers, a former sheriff's deputy, challenges incumbent Daniel Soptic for the seat.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 31 Oct. 2025
The workforce challenges, tight timelines, and the requirements for building reliable chips are stricter than ever.
—IEEE Spectrum, 30 Oct. 2025
Noun
My Seven Mothers is an eye-opening account of the challenges and possibilities connected with liberation and radical social change during the 1970s.
—Literary Hub, 10 Nov. 2025
But food hubs also have high startup and operational costs, challenges with maintaining a consistent supply and demand and recruiting skilled leadership and staff, and navigating organizational, regulatory and food safety requirements, Perez said.
—Cristina Larue, Arkansas Online, 9 Nov. 2025
To address the challenges at hand, a measured approach is needed, grounded in the basic principle of respect for human rights, as declared by the UN Human Rights Commission at Colombia’s request in July 2023.
—Gustavo Petro, Time, 9 Nov. 2025
Despite this progress, experts caution that the mass adoption of solid-state batteries will take time due to challenges in sourcing raw materials, complex manufacturing processes, and high production costs.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
The main challenges include aligning climate finance commitments between developed and developing countries, addressing the socio-economic impacts of climate change on vulnerable populations and ensuring that emission reduction targets are consistent with the latest climate science.
—Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 9 Nov. 2025
Photographing larger animals comes with its own challenges.
—Lex Goldstein, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
Despite the inevitable issues and challenges, our journalism and quality content continues to be admired as a gold standard.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 9 Nov. 2025
Foremost, under his tenure, the transformation of the BBC to meet the challenges in a world of unprecedented change and competition is well underway.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 9 Nov. 2025
Verb
The work also challenges the assumption that dew collection only works in humid climates.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
The Louisiana case challenges the state’s 2024 congressional map, which created a second majority-Black district.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
Little Villages, Lots of Detail Hosted by Oliver Hudson and executive produced by Chip and Joanna Gaines, the series challenges teams to build gingerbread villages with astonishing detail.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
January 3, 2013 – Pelosi challenges John Boehner for speaker of the House but loses 220-192.
—Cnn.com, Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2025
Her love life, like her work life, according to her most outspoken friend, Littia (singer Inayah), is in shambles, and an invitation to spend the holidays with love interest Colton (Aaron O’Connell) challenges her perspectives on romance.
—Ronda Racha Penrice, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
The research challenges previous studies, including a March analysis of four studies that found melatonin supplementation improved heart failure patients’ quality of life and cardiac function, Egea said.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
An election next week in Wyandotte County will mirror former ones for sheriff, as Celisha Towers, a former sheriff's deputy, challenges incumbent Daniel Soptic for the seat.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 31 Oct. 2025
The workforce challenges, tight timelines, and the requirements for building reliable chips are stricter than ever.
—IEEE Spectrum, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for challenges
Noun
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Holder’s prosecutorial discretion also raised objections.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Nov. 2025
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Penn outbid a number of other suitors for the ESPN business, and the tie-up has faced objections from investors since the very beginning.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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As well as visibility of the northern lights, strong geomagnetic storms can also cause problems with technology, such as fluctations in the power grid and interference with satellites, which can affect GPS.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Plus, in his first weeks of discussions with the union’s staff, Astin became more aware of problems involving auditions and casting directors.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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While Konnan questions her readiness, WWE is moving forward with Cargill as the brand's top female star.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Sean Grayson watches as defense attorney Mark Wykoff questions Kevin Davis, a law enforcement consultant with almost 50 years of experience in policing who has taught thousands of hours of advanced trainings on use of force.—
Selina Guevara,
NBC news,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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When two unexpectedly return, the town dares to hope again.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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The execution of a champion for his political views is a direct assault on these values and a warning to every athlete who dares to speak out.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The offer is available for dine-in only, and requires a valid ID.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
11 Nov. 2025
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Black walnuts have an extremely hard shell that requires special tools or a heavy hammer to crack.—
Randy Moll,
Arkansas Online,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The only exceptions are Barilla Tortellini and Barilla Oven Ready Lasagne, which are made in Italy, according to NPR.—
Reia Li,
AZCentral.com,
11 Nov. 2025
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The move affects general aviation and non-scheduled flights, including luxury business jets, while allowing exceptions for military and emergency operations.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The matters being sorted out in the lab and in the field are not just technical and medical.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
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Navigating intense money matters?—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Another source, however, disputes this and says most of the offices are still being renovated and have television sets that have yet to be mounted or plugged in.—
Tatiana Siegel,
Variety,
4 Nov. 2025
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However, a Mace spokesperson disputes this aspect of the report, saying the congresswoman arrived at the airport at the time and location where airport and local authorities expected her.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Challenges.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/challenges. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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