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The phrase "a direct challenge" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a clear and straightforward confrontation or provocation in various contexts, such as sports, debates, or personal interactions.
Example: "His comments were seen as a direct challenge to the authority of the committee."
Alternatives: "an outright challenge" or "a clear challenge."
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Israeli officials quickly offered a direct challenge.
That's a direct challenge to the government.
All this poses a direct challenge to the government.
"He issued all of us a direct challenge.
The test was a direct challenge to Mr. Trump.
The move would be a direct challenge to the cherished concept of home rule.
The show was a direct challenge to the academic attitude toward art.
It was a direct challenge to the leadership, which he accused of running "issueless campaigns".
His tone was perceived by some in the Sunni world as a direct challenge.
He also laid down a direct challenge to President Bush over Iran.
But the governor's office apparently viewed the senator's statements as a direct challenge to Mr. Pataki.
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