take up the gauntlet
Example Sentences
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Two new books, one from each of these two perspectives, take up the gauntlet of explaining successful innovation.
From New York Times ● Sep. 4, 2010
The Emperor, by disavowing the concessions made by his governors to quiet the people, seemed to take up the gauntlet which they had thrown.
From The Writings of Thomas Jefferson Library Edition - Vol. 6 (of 20) by Thomas Jefferson
Where is a champion to take up the gauntlet for such a Nell?” 255As quick as light, the King threw back the arras and came between them.
From Mistress Nell A Merry Tale of a Merry Time by George C. Hazelton
As if to take up the gauntlet, a faint zephyr flicked the listless cheek of the ocean, and slapped the sails.
From Confessions of a Beachcomber by E. J. (Edmund James) Banfield
"He will take up the gauntlet presently," said Beatrice.
From Henrietta's Wish Or, Domineering by Charlotte Mary Yonge
