___-making challenge (“Survivor” showdown in which flint and kindling are provided) Crossword Clue

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___-making challenge (“Survivor” showdown in which flint and kindling are provided) Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)
2. provide with fuel
(noun)
1. the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke
2. feelings of great warmth and intensity

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SURVIVOR (noun)
1. one who lives through affliction
2. an animal that survives in spite of adversity
CHALLENGE (verb)
1. take exception to
2. raise a formal objection in a court of law
CHALLENGE (noun)
1. a call to engage in a contest or fight
2. a demand by a sentry for a password or identification

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
REIF

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