- present tense form of challenge (3rd person singular).
challenges
Example Sentences
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"It is clear the seabird colonies of the Forth now face unprecedented challenges, most notably from wind turbines, pollution, overfishing and disease," he said.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
That said, Congress has historically acted when Social Security faced financing challenges, although there is no guarantee about how future lawmakers will address the program’s long-term funding issues.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
The introduction of powerful models capable of carrying out cyberattacks, a backlash against data centers that power models and challenges for recent college graduates finding jobs have sparked the flurry of new bills, lawmakers said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
As electronic devices continue to become smaller and more powerful, removing excess heat has become one of the most significant engineering challenges.
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
If we fail to appreciate the differences, we will be hindered in our ability to meet the challenges created by the current moment.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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