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challenges

NOUN

dispute, question

Synonyms

STRONGEST

objection protest test threat

STRONG

claiming confrontation dare defiance demanding demur interrogation provocation remonstrance trial ultimatum

WEAK

summons to contest

Antonyms

STRONGEST

acceptance

STRONG

peace

WEAK

agree answer decide win

VERB

dispute, question

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ask for assert call for claim confront defy demand denounce impose require test try

STRONG

accost arouse beard brave cross dare exact impeach impugn inquire investigate provoke query reclaim stimulate summon tax vindicate

WEAK

call out face down face off face the music fly in the face of hang in insist upon invite competition make a point of make a stand object to search out stand up to stick it out throw down the gauntlet

Antonyms

STRONGEST

deny

STRONG

answer calm dodge ignore

WEAK

agreement decision victory

Example Sentences

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“This web of interlinkages may create challenges for banks in effectively managing their direct and indirect risks,” the board said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

The ministers also discussed the rapid growth of cross-border trade driven by e-commerce sites "which raises increasing challenges".

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Over the weekend there was also widespread speculation about possible leadership challenges.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

It will include DJ performances, meet-and-greets with guests, interactive challenges, competitive activities, and immersive experiences.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

Stanton spoke freely about her own situation, griping about the challenges of raising children and running a household.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling