challenging
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The port said they had escalated the "challenging situation" with border authorities, and the change would help clear queues at the terminal and congestion on surrounding roads.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
Planting a tree can offer a tangible way to help, and a sense of agency during challenging times, experts said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
Richemont reported an acceleration in sales growth for its most recent quarter at a time when the luxury industry confronts challenging market conditions due to economic and geopolitical instability.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
“Investors will likely focus on whether Booz Allen can return to sustainable revenue growth in 2027 as national security demand remains healthy and the civil business begins to stabilize following a challenging fiscal 2026.”
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
On my parents' end, they couldn't understand why I was making an already challenging situation worse.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
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