challenged

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Attention-grabbing, conversation-driving shows like “Euphoria” are the reason HBO is considered a crown jewel in a challenged entertainment landscape.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

My optimism has been challenged by the past month’s events, but I still believe the consensus is too negative.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Improved social care would help ambulances, because they are being "challenged in moving people through into hospitals because there are no beds. It would help corridor care".

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

That opinion and prior ones have been challenged by conservation groups that want more protections and by industries that consider it too restrictive.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

Natalie challenged, and Chess felt that something had changed.

From "The Strangers" by Margaret Peterson Haddix