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challenges

NOUN

dispute, question

Synonyms

STRONGEST

objection protest test threat

STRONG

claiming confrontation dare defiance demanding demur interrogation provocation remonstrance trial ultimatum

WEAK

summons to contest

Antonyms

STRONGEST

acceptance

STRONG

peace

WEAK

agree answer decide win

VERB

dispute, question

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ask for assert call for claim confront defy demand denounce impose require test try

STRONG

accost arouse beard brave cross dare exact impeach impugn inquire investigate provoke query reclaim stimulate summon tax vindicate

WEAK

call out face down face off face the music fly in the face of hang in insist upon invite competition make a point of make a stand object to search out stand up to stick it out throw down the gauntlet

Antonyms

STRONGEST

deny

STRONG

answer calm dodge ignore

WEAK

agreement decision victory

Example Sentences

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The expanding trade marks one of the biggest challenges for American nonproliferation officials in the era of drone warfare.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

"But some scientific challenges require better mathematics, not just more compute."

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

It will include DJ performances, meet-and-greets with guests, interactive challenges, competitive activities, and immersive experiences.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

"We value highly the mental health and wellbeing of our people and are deeply saddened to learn that some former franchisees experienced mental health challenges."

From BBC • May 5, 2026

"Well, you've indicted someone for perjury for contradicting the state's case. Do you intend to prosecute everyone who challenges the evidence in this case?"

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson