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challenges

NOUN

dispute, question

Synonyms

STRONGEST

objection protest test threat

STRONG

claiming confrontation dare defiance demanding demur interrogation provocation remonstrance trial ultimatum

WEAK

summons to contest

Antonyms

STRONGEST

acceptance

STRONG

peace

WEAK

agree answer decide win

VERB

dispute, question

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ask for assert call for claim confront defy demand denounce impose require test try

STRONG

accost arouse beard brave cross dare exact impeach impugn inquire investigate provoke query reclaim stimulate summon tax vindicate

WEAK

call out face down face off face the music fly in the face of hang in insist upon invite competition make a point of make a stand object to search out stand up to stick it out throw down the gauntlet

Antonyms

STRONGEST

deny

STRONG

answer calm dodge ignore

WEAK

agreement decision victory

Example Sentences

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The expanding trade marks one of the biggest challenges for American nonproliferation officials in the era of drone warfare.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

This finding challenges the long-held view that housekeeping genes play only passive roles and highlights their potential in crop improvement.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

His brother hopes this moment, when fire survivors are particularly vulnerable to mental health challenges, can help bring the community closer together and serve as a reminder to treat people with grace.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

Her role was to support parents navigating these challenges "alongside - not instead of - medical advice", she said.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Here, with tougher terrain and with a much larger territory, Tao Tao faced greater challenges when it came to finding bamboo, water, and shelter.

From "Camp Panda" by Catherine Thimmesh