challenged

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Increasingly, speakers are being chosen or challenged not only for what they say, but for what they symbolize about institutions, technology, politics and generational authority.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

No matter the reason and no matter the context, a denial of a security clearance was completely within the president’s discretion and could not be challenged in court.

From Slate • May 15, 2026

On several occasions, Waters sided with Republicans who challenged Porter’s use of visual and audio aids during hearings.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Moments later she was inside the car and the young woman challenged her for not wearing a headscarf.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

“Why would you believe I’m a whatnot, when you can accept that Josie isn’t?” she challenged.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix