challenged

Example Sentences

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As expected, the manufacturers of the two drugs also challenged the findings, and their investors appeared unconcerned.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

The law “does not require the defendant to show that his federal duties specifically invited his challenged conduct,” he writes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

In their day, Dylan and The Beatles challenged each other not only to eschew taking their own inherent greatness for granted, but to accept the risks that being a true artist demands.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

Home Office decisions to reject an asylum applicant can be challenged, and potentially overturned, in the courts.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

He was a half Giant who had once challenged a steam-powered drill to a rock-drilling contest and won using his sledgehammer.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas