challenged

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One of only two clean sweeps in the entire collection of awards, nobody could have challenged Michael Skubala for League One's best boss.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Bodner challenged his firing soon after with Finra, which arbitrates employment disputes brought by brokers and advisers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Harding challenged Dudamel to a race around the bases, but before the pair could lace up their cleats, Dudamel quickly told him, “You will win.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Flemish-Artois Coastal Environmental Defense Assembly, an environmental group known as ADELFA, challenged the decision in November last year, arguing the permit should be withdrawn because the facility violated local planning rules.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

“No, the French only need salt, pepper, and butter,” Pierre challenged.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton