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challenges

The correct spelling is challenges.

How to pronounce challenges

noun

Say it like: Cha-lle-nje-s

The correct spelling is challenges. A confrontation; a dare. For example: "We challenged the boys next door to a game of football."

Usage Examples

We challenged the boys next door to a game of football.

to challenge the accuracy of a statement or of a quotation

The sentinel challenged us with "Who goes there?"

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A confrontation; a dare.
  2. 2.A difficult task, especially one that the person making the attempt finds more enjoyable because of that difficulty.
  3. 3.A procedure or action.
  4. 4.The opening and crying of hounds at first finding the scent of their game.

verb

  1. 1.To invite (someone) to take part in a competition.
  2. 2.To dare (someone).
  3. 3.To dispute (something).
  4. 4.To make a formal objection to a juror.
  5. 5.To claim as due; to demand as a right.

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