challenged

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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

However, in his interim report, he challenged the narrative that young people do not want to work, saying that 84% of Neets surveyed said they want a job or training.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

He also challenged the technology companies to explain to Canadians exactly how they protect their customers’ data.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

The order is being challenged and has been blocked by several courts.

From Salon • May 26, 2026

No protest group had ever challenged an American president so defiantly.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler