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
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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The casting was maybe the most challenging part and also one of the most beautiful parts, and probably the most eye-opening.
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Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
The Westfjords may be the most atmospheric viewing region of all, but also the most challenging.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
There have been some challenging episodes along the way.
—George Caulkin, New York Times, 16 May 2026
Dylan's older brother, Ashten, has since established a GoFundMe to help support Dylan and his family pay their rent during this challenging time, noting that Dylan has lost out on work and income during his recovery.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026
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Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
The Westfjords may be the most atmospheric viewing region of all, but also the most challenging.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
There have been some challenging episodes along the way.
—George Caulkin, New York Times, 16 May 2026
Dylan's older brother, Ashten, has since established a GoFundMe to help support Dylan and his family pay their rent during this challenging time, noting that Dylan has lost out on work and income during his recovery.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026
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 20 May. 2026.
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