challenge

challenge (one) on (something)

To question one, perhaps aggressively, on a particular issue, statement, or viewpoint. I had to challenge him on that remark about sales because the budget report did not support it at all. That is a positively absurd statement, and I'm glad someone challenged her on it. Challenging someone on their political beliefs the first time you meet them is usually not the best idea.

challenge (someone) to (something)

To dare or provoke one to participate in something, such as a competition. I ushered Bob out the door as soon as that obnoxious guy challenged him to a fight. Jenna is really good at basketball, so don't challenge her to a game unless you're OK with losing!

challenge the status quo

To behave or do something in a way contrary to that which is generally accepted or expected. I love this filmmaker, his movies really challenge the status quo! It can be risky, but challenging the status quo can be a great way to get ahead in business.

rise to the challenge

To discover or utilize the strength, determination, or skill necessary to accomplish some difficult task successfully. I know that you're nervous about taking on such a senior role in the company, but I'm totally confident that you'll rise to the challenge. The odds were against them, but the home team rose to the challenge and managed to win the championship.

take up the challenge

To accept or attempt some particular test, fight, contest, etc., or answer an invitation or call to such. I knew it was going to be really hard doing a master's degree while working full time, but I was ready to take up the challenge. We need someone to manage our entire Pacific Northwest operation. What do you think—are you willing to take up the challenge?

challenge someone on something

to dispute someone's statement, remarks, or position. I think Fred is wrong, but I won't challenge him on his estimate.

challenge someone to something

to dare someone to do something; to invite someone to compete at something. I challenge you to a round of golf. Jerry challenged us to a debate of the issues.

rise to the challenge

Fig. to accept a challenge. (Usually in reference to success with the challenge.) You can depend on Kelly to rise to the challenge. We were not able to rise to the challenge and we lost the contract.

take up the challenge

to respond to a challenge and do what the challenge asks. I am not prepared to take the challenge up. Dave took up the challenge without much urging.

rise to the ocˈcasion/ˈchallenge

do something successfully in a difficult situation, emergency, etc: When the lead singer became ill, Cathy had to take her place. Everyone thought she rose to the occasion magnificently. This company must be prepared to rise to the challenge of a rapidly changing market.

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释义	challenge challenge (one) on (something) To question one, perhaps aggressively, on a particular issue, statement, or viewpoint. I had to challenge him on that remark about sales because the budget report did not support it at all. That is a positively absurd statement, and I'm glad someone challenged her on it. Challenging someone on their political beliefs the first time you meet them is usually not the best idea. See also: challenge, on challenge (someone) to (something) To dare or provoke one to participate in something, such as a competition. I ushered Bob out the door as soon as that obnoxious guy challenged him to a fight. Jenna is really good at basketball, so don't challenge her to a game unless you're OK with losing! See also: challenge challenge the status quo To behave or do something in a way contrary to that which is generally accepted or expected. I love this filmmaker, his movies really challenge the status quo! It can be risky, but challenging the status quo can be a great way to get ahead in business. See also: challenge, quo, status rise to the challenge To discover or utilize the strength, determination, or skill necessary to accomplish some difficult task successfully. I know that you're nervous about taking on such a senior role in the company, but I'm totally confident that you'll rise to the challenge. The odds were against them, but the home team rose to the challenge and managed to win the championship. See also: challenge, rise take up the challenge To accept or attempt some particular test, fight, contest, etc., or answer an invitation or call to such. I knew it was going to be really hard doing a master's degree while working full time, but I was ready to take up the challenge. We need someone to manage our entire Pacific Northwest operation. What do you think—are you willing to take up the challenge? See also: challenge, take, up Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. challenge someone on something to dispute someone's statement, remarks, or position. I think Fred is wrong, but I won't challenge him on his estimate. See also: challenge, on challenge someone to something to dare someone to do something; to invite someone to compete at something. I challenge you to a round of golf. Jerry challenged us to a debate of the issues. See also: challenge rise to the challenge Fig. to accept a challenge. (Usually in reference to success with the challenge.) You can depend on Kelly to rise to the challenge. We were not able to rise to the challenge and we lost the contract. See also: challenge, rise take up the challenge to respond to a challenge and do what the challenge asks. I am not prepared to take the challenge up. Dave took up the challenge without much urging. See also: challenge, take, up McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. rise to the ocˈcasion/ˈchallenge do something successfully in a difficult situation, emergency, etc: When the lead singer became ill, Cathy had to take her place. Everyone thought she rose to the occasion magnificently. This company must be prepared to rise to the challenge of a rapidly changing market. See also: challenge, occasion, rise Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary See also: challenge (one) on (something) challenge on be in a minority of one minority perspective on perspective on (something) cutting remark take (something) on board take on board take something on board References in periodicals archive 'We already talked with Facebook kasi Facebook ang nagke-carry ng WhatsApp and they already agreed they'll pull out or they will block all 'Momo Challenges' na papasok sa kanilang platform,' Information Technology Secretary Eliseo Rio Jr. DICT: Facebook to block 'Momo Challenge' in its platform In February, the "Condom-snorting challenge" became popular after videos surfaced online showing a person taking an unwrapped condom, inhaling it through one nostril that made it go down the throat, and the person then pulling it out through the mouth. What Is 48-Hour Challenge? "We recently announced updates to our policies regarding dangerous challenges and pranks. YouTube bans Bird Box challenge, other stunts On the first day of the challenge, different emergency scenarios like Fire Fit, Height Rescue, Swimming, Deep Well Rescue, Trauma and others were given to participating teams at Emergency Services Academy. 7th National Rescue Challenge starts One social media app built specifically for internet challenges, that integrated with a payment system to link those challenges to the appropriate charities? Tucson-Based "WatchUGot" Looks to Bring Challenges and Charities Together as One According to reports, the challenge started when Facebook users were encouraged to interact with an unknown number. Beware of the new 'Momo challenge' The last Corporate Challenge was held last April 21. 120 teams from 50 firms to take part in Corporate Challenge Just moments after Sheikh Hamdan issued his challenge, Dubai's flag carrier responded to him. Sheikh Hamdan challenged Emirates, this is their response Marsh, a former English amateur champion, is expected to make his 2017 Challenge Tour debut in the Matchplay 9 tournament in Spain in May. Support for new trio After being challenged by Riteish Deshmukh, Akshay Kumar accepted challenge in Cape Town, where he is shooting for his upcoming dance show Dare 2 Dance. Bollywood accepts Ice Bucket Challenge Those taking the ice bucket challenge are allowed to call out three more people to take the same challenge, within 24 hours. Zuckerberg, Nadella pour ice water on themselves for charity, challenge others "The Challenge App is taking the Body by Vi[TM] 90-Day Challenge to a whole new level," says Blake Mallen, ViSalus Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer. The challenge timeline TV presenter Dominic Littlewood, who has Type 1 diabetes, is calling on members of the public to set themselves a challenge and raise money for charity Diabetes UK. TV presenter Dominic Littlewood, who [...] The registration process for The Riffa Views Eden Challenge 2009 has already begun with Eden Challenge registration packs being distributed to every school in Bahrain. Time to grab the challenge In fall 2006, the first Carl Vincent's Readers Imbibing Peril (R.I.P.) Challenge attracted about 80 participants. Calling all bloggers: here's a reading challenge
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