challenging

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Higher education sales increased 2%, supported by a solid performance in its core U.S. courseware business, which was partly offset by challenging conditions in mature international markets, it said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

“However, Thursday’s sharp reversal underscores a market that is taking the stairs up but risks the elevator down on any sudden easing headline – making conditions exceptionally challenging for traders,” the bank added.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Farmers in one California county are challenging state officials’ effort to crack down on groundwater overpumping.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Surrounded by her family and beloved horses, Bright says she is "at peace" with the decision to retire after what she describes as the most challenging two years of her life.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

“One must live,” she repeated, defiant, challenging, sensing reproach where none could be; for it is very true, one must live.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya