defiance

"My younger sister is a teenager now, and she's starting to get more independent. "

"Instruction will be provided on how to handle difficult customers."

"My request for a pay rise was refused."

"the resistance of bacteria to certain antibiotics"

"The student's opposition to the new school rules caused a disruption. "

"The ballet dancer walked with a graceful attitude."

"His complete disregard for the safety rules led to an accident. "

"I have the authority to penalise the staff in my department, but not the authority to sack them."

"The teacher threw a challenge to the students: "Who can solve this difficult math problem?" "

"We challenged the boys next door to a game of football."

"The detention lasted for an hour after school. "

"The teacher praised Sarah's good behaviour in class. "