daunting
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"But for me, who's never had a college education, who's never written an essay before, having to write personal statements, fill out CVs, it's been very daunting."
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Salary negotiations are challenging for many people, but it can be especially daunting when you’re an entry-level worker just starting out in your career.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
At different times, my three children began to ask me daunting questions about God.
From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026
"It's a daunting task," said Abeer Saha, who was one of a handful of curators tasked with choosing from 150 million objects across the Smithsonian -- which runs more than 20 museums and galleries.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
The state troopers were huge and daunting in their gray uniforms.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
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