What is the answer to "Met, as a challenge" in the WSJ Crossword?

The answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Met, as a challenge" is RISENTO (7 letters).

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Met, as a challenge WSJ Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the October 23, 2026 puzzle

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RISENTO

7 letters · Down · last seen October 23, 2026

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