- present participle of challenge.
challenging
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Ordinarily, fermentable fiber can be challenging for people with IBS because bacterial fermentation can produce excess gas and increase digestive discomfort.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 14, 2026
In the spring, the couple filed a habeas corpus petition challenging Alikaram’s detention, which is still pending, as well as a motion to expedite the request due to a heart condition she has.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 13, 2026
“The experience of working with Liz helped us see how we could really formalize and build some institutional capacity to make sure great content about care gets made in a challenging media environment.”
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 13, 2026
Despite the challenging market environment, Richemont is benefiting from the resilience of jewelry.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 13, 2026
The knight planted himself in the middle of the road, challenging every one of those "knights" to fight, one by one or in a group.
From "Adventures of Don Quixote" by Argentina Palacios
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