challenging
adjective
chal·leng·ing
ˈcha-lən-jiŋ 
1
: arousing competitive interest, thought, or action
a challenging course of study
a challenging job
2
: invitingly provocative : fascinating
a challenging personality
challenging questions
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Examples of challenging in a Sentence
I find the job challenging and fun.
Teaching is challenging but rewarding work.
It's a challenging book that requires careful reading.
The slope was challenging for even the most experienced climbers.
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There are many cybersecurity firms that specialize in finding and managing potential cybersecurity risks through exposure management solutions, which are capable of continuously challenging, validating, and optimizing your on-premise and cloud cyber-security postures.
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William Mullane, The Arizona Republic, 21 Apr. 2024
Coordinating closing schedules in a traditional sale can be challenging.
—Archway Homes, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2024
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William Mullane, The Arizona Republic, 21 Apr. 2024
Coordinating closing schedules in a traditional sale can be challenging.
—Archway Homes, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2024
See all Example Sentences for challenging
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“Challenging.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/challenging. Accessed 3 May. 2024.
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