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challenged

[chal-injd] / ˈtʃæl ɪndʒd /
ADJECTIVE
contested
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"Where water companies seek to pass unnecessary costs onto households, they will be challenged," he said.

From BBC Aug. 13, 2026

Starting a year ago, the court itself began to employ the term biological sex in equal-protection decisions in which transgender claimants challenged laws imposing requirements for gender-affirming care, passport identification, and participation in sports.

From Slate Aug. 7, 2026

Although that transaction has closed, it is being challenged in court by eight states seeking to block the merger on antitrust grounds.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 6, 2026

Last month, Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD challenged Toyota, Nissan and Suzuki in their front yard, launching a pint-sized "kei" car in Japan.

From Barron's Aug. 4, 2026

“Oh. Think you’re clever. We’ll see who’s clever,” he challenged.

From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney




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