challenge
Example Sentences
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The findings challenge the traditional neuron-focused view of fear, showing that neurons do not act alone in generating fear memories.
From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026
In the ninth, Jordan Romano threw a fastball that looked like it hit Leo Rivas, but the call was overturned after a challenge confirmed it hit the bat.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
Human rights lawyer Bhavani Fonseka said protests have been subdued because people are preoccupied with the day-to-day challenge of securing supplies.
From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026
She’s the kind of actor we desperately need right now, someone who isn’t afraid to challenge themselves or risk their viewership with a daring role.
From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026
Which is probably why it was my favorite; there was nothing I loved more than a challenge.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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