Challenge Crossword Clue

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Challenge Crossword Answer

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DEFY

(4 letters)

TEST

(4 letters)

TAKEON

(6 letters)

STEPTO

(6 letters)

STRETCH

(7 letters)

CONTEST

(7 letters)

Helpful Hints

(verb)
1. take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission
2. challenge
(noun)
1. a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy

Hint 2: Clue Definition

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: Other Answers Used in the Past

DEFY
(4 letters)
TEST
(4 letters)
TAKEON
(6 letters)
STEPTO
(6 letters)
STRETCH
(7 letters)
CONTEST
(7 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

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

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Down

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