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On Monday, the White House hit back at the latest challenge to Trump's tariffs, arguing the government move was legal.
From Barron's ● Aug. 3, 2026
But when it comes to something you started through a combination of your own hubris, miscalculation and ineptitude, the challenge is especially daunting.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
His departure has allowed Prime Minister Narendra Modi to tide over an immediate crisis, but keeping youth discontent in check may well remain a long-term challenge for his government.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026
That is part of the challenge for movie theaters: A premium label does not always guarantee the same experience.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 3, 2026
Auntie North apologized for not having anticipated that kind of challenge.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
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The hotel chain missed quarterly revenue estimates and said it is bracing for persistent challenges stemming from the Iran war.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
Head Start was created as part of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty and targets the myriad challenges that low-income households face.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2026
More than half a billion people live in low-lying coastal zones, placing them on the front lines of one of climate change's most serious challenges.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 3, 2026
The videoconference set for Tuesday will be a chance to draw "lessons" from the Ceuta episode, von der Leyen said, warning the challenges of illegal immigration require "a common European response, united action and solidarity".
From Barron's ● Aug. 3, 2026
While Islam doesn’t restrict women from exercising—in fact all Muslims are required to care for their bodies through exercise and healthy eating habits—women face a unique set of challenges with sports.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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All of those demands have also been challenged in court, with varying degrees of success.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2026
Palestine Action challenged the ban in the UK courts on the basis that it was "disproportionate" and had a "very significant" impact on human rights.
From Barron's ● Jul. 30, 2026
But this mainstream view has now been challenged.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
"During these critical early years of development, most parents are trying to feed their children healthfully but may be challenged to do so by the toddler food products available in their grocery stores," said Hudson.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 29, 2026
Nobody openly challenged gender boundaries—in spite of the wartime crew cuts and men’s underwear.
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
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His community lives in constant tension between its Jewish identity and the demands of the Islamic Republic, seeking to pursue religious beliefs without being seen as challenging the regime.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
"We understand that this case has been challenging and has brought up strong feelings. We ask that everyone respects the legal process and each other as we process this outcome," they added.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026
“When you have an acute need, it’s really challenging, because you’re paying 150 cents, 200 cents on the dollar,” Friedman said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 1, 2026
By challenging a long-standing assumption about moisture, the researchers found a straightforward way to improve an existing battery material.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 1, 2026
Getting students to understand the musical differences between phrases is actually less challenging than you might imagine.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
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