daunting
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A ragtag ensemble, a daunting task, an uncertain journey: Here are all the makings of a classic fantasy tale, with the bonus additions of Mr. Stead’s droll humor and eye for whimsical detail.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
For parents Rachel and Rumayna, who both have daughters starting school in York in September, the prospect is both exciting and a little daunting.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
But it definitely was daunting — I think that was actually my first day on set, was a scene with her.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026
It can be daunting for women to admit it was a mistake to buy into the tradwife lifestyle, especially after being warned by feminists of the risks.
From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026
But the more letters you wrote to me, and the more of yourself you gave, the more daunting my task became.
From "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" by Jonathan Safran Foer
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Michelle Obama's final address as First Lady (2017)
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