challenging

Example Sentences

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Because potatoes are consumed in many forms, estimating pesticide exposure from them is more challenging.

From Science Daily

Her eyes are bold, almost as if they’re challenging the camera, daring it to catch her not smiling.

From Literature

Looking ahead, the company said the spirits market will likely remain challenging amid uncertainties in consumer behavior given current geopolitical volatility, as well as weakness in sales of used barrels.

From MarketWatch

He is your father and, as challenging as he has been during your lifetime, you don’t wish him pain or discomfort.

From MarketWatch

“It was challenging to turn the ship around a little bit, or getting people to rethink how they engage with Pixar films and getting them back to theaters.”

From Los Angeles Times