Challenged
Challenged adjective - Deprived of the power to perform one or more natural bodily activities.
Held and challenged are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Held" instead a verb "Challenged".
Held
Held adjective - Occupied or in the control of; often used in combination.
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Synonyms for Held
Challenged and held are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Challenged" instead a verb "Held".
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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Schrödinger's Cat: Lois is briefly held in this state while Superman is challenged with a riddle.
Source: Comic Book / All-Star Superman -
She openly challenged Roger, held Luka hostage, and convinced Russell to betray them.
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Satan is challenged to a fight by an old rival, and he is taken to an island where the fight is to be held.
Source: Anime / Dragon Ball Z: Bio-Broly
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