challenging

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I would read his autobiography all the time and his whole thing was affecting the music, affecting the listener, really approaching it to challenge the listener as well as challenging yourself.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Confrontational since childhood — his mother recalls him challenging his teachers and practicing fiery speeches in the mirror — Manzo became disillusioned by his government’s failure to contain crime.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

While disputes over California beach access aren’t uncommon, Levy’s battle is being watched nationally for challenging the Coastal Commission’s most potent tool: its authority to impose massive fines.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Dr Andreas Krieg, a security expert from King's College London, told BBC Verify the fibre-optics render Israel's capacity to detect, jam and intercept drones "largely irrelevant" and makes finding the operator significantly more challenging.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

They committed themselves to the spirit and practice of nonviolent resistance as a means of challenging segregation in all its forms.

From "Because They Marched" by Russell Freedman