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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While the victory was routine, their goalkeeping situation and transfer dealings are more challenging.
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Emile Nuh, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
At the same time, a historic shortage of veterinarians means the work of caring for our pets is more challenging than ever.
—Claire Thornton, USA TODAY, 22 Jan. 2025
Resilience has been the foundation of my journey, from immigrating to the U.S. with $300 to leading teams, transitioning careers, building a business and overcoming life’s most challenging battles.
—Gina Martin, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
From the wreckage, cosmonaut Exo emerges, and cohabitation between them turns out to be a challenging endeavor.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 22 Jan. 2025
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Emile Nuh, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
At the same time, a historic shortage of veterinarians means the work of caring for our pets is more challenging than ever.
—Claire Thornton, USA TODAY, 22 Jan. 2025
Resilience has been the foundation of my journey, from immigrating to the U.S. with $300 to leading teams, transitioning careers, building a business and overcoming life’s most challenging battles.
—Gina Martin, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
From the wreckage, cosmonaut Exo emerges, and cohabitation between them turns out to be a challenging endeavor.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 22 Jan. 2025
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“Challenging.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/challenging. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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