Sentence examples for stern test for from inspiring English sources

This overtime was a stern test for the Devils.

"They are going to be a stern test for us," said Strauss.

When Dye designed the course, he intended it to be a stern test for the world's best golfers.

Fassel remained noncommittal on Sehorn's status for the game Nov. 12 against the high-scoring St . LouisRams, a stern test for any cornerback.

Todd Bowles' team boast a 4-1 record and their defence, led by former Patriot Darrelle Revis, will provide a stern test for the Patriots on Sunday.

With an offence consistently producing over 400 yards-per-game, they will provide a stern test for Dallas' defence should Sanchez keep the mistakes limited.

French side Montpellier and improving Italian outfit Treviso will also provide stern tests for the 2012 runners-up.

I drove to Falluja, figuring it would pose the sternest test for those who wanted democracy to take root here.

Peter Ebdon, the 2002 champion, will provide a much sterner test for Lee, with Ronnie O'Sullivan looming as a prospective quarter-final opponent for the survivor.

In time, the conflict of civilisations between TV and the web will pose a sterner test for Britain's commercial broadcasters.

Their concern would unquestionably be rooted in the conviction that Tynecastle would be a sterner test for Smith's side than Easter Road.