100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "gauntlet"

Definition

The term "gauntlet" has several meanings as a noun:

1. A protective glove: A heavy glove, often made of leather, worn to protect the hand and forearm from injury, especially in medieval armor.
2. A challenge or ordeal: A situation where one must endure a series of difficulties or challenges, often used in the phrase "run the gauntlet."
3. A form of punishment: A historical reference to a punishment where a person must run between two lines of people who strike them.

Synonyms

• For protective glove: mitt, glove, handwear
• For challenge or ordeal: trial, test, challenge, ordeal, obstacle course
• For punishment: punishment, ordeal, trial

Antonyms

• For protective glove: bare hand, unprotected hand
• For challenge or ordeal: ease, comfort, simplicity
• For punishment: reward, reprieve, pardon

Examples

1. She put on her gauntlet before starting the blacksmithing work.
2. The knight raised his sword and prepared to face the gauntlet of challenges ahead.
3. After running the gauntlet of questions from the press, he finally spoke.
4. The soldiers had to run the gauntlet of their comrades as a form of punishment.
5. He wore a gauntlet of leather to protect his hands while handling the hot metal.
6. The team had to gauntlet through several obstacles before reaching the finish line.
7. To prove his courage, he decided to gauntlet the fears that haunted him.
8. She felt that her job was a gauntlet of endless tasks and challenges.
9. The historical gauntlet was a brutal form of punishment used in the past.
10. After the gauntlet of interviews, she finally received the job offer.
11. He threw down the gauntlet, challenging anyone to compete with him.
12. The gauntlet of tests proved to be more difficult than anticipated.
13. They had to gauntlet through the raging storm to complete their mission.
14. She accepted the gauntlet thrown by her rival, ready to prove herself.
15. The gauntlet of emotions she faced was overwhelming.
16. He donned the heavy gauntlet before entering the battle.
17. The recruits had to gauntlet through a series of rigorous drills.
18. The gauntlet of academic challenges pushed her to her limits.
19. He was brave enough to gauntlet the wild animals in the jungle.
20. The gauntlet of criticism from his peers was hard to bear.
21. Each contestant had to gauntlet their way through the obstacle course.
22. She wore a gauntlet to protect her hands while riding her motorcycle.
23. The gauntlet thrown down by the opponent ignited a fierce rivalry.
24. The marathon was a gauntlet of endurance and determination.
25. After surviving the gauntlet, he emerged stronger and more resilient.
26. The gauntlet of challenges she faced was daunting but necessary.
27. He had to gauntlet through the crowd to reach the stage.
28. The gauntlet of fire was a test of bravery for the firefighters.
29. She felt like she had to gauntlet through her fears to succeed.
30. The gauntlet of questions left him speechless.
31. He picked up the gauntlet, ready to face whatever came next.
32. The final exam was a gauntlet that tested all their knowledge.
33. She was determined to gauntlet the difficult path ahead.
34. The gauntlet of challenges in life can be overwhelming at times.
35. They had to gauntlet through the tough terrain to reach their goal.
36. The gauntlet of emotions hit him all at once.
37. He threw down the gauntlet, daring anyone to take him on.
38. The gauntlet of scrutiny from the media was intense.
39. She had to gauntlet through a series of interviews to get the job.
40. The punishment was a gauntlet that tested their resolve.
41. He put on the gauntlet before entering the fight.
42. The gauntlet of trials was designed to weed out the weak.
43. She felt she had to gauntlet through her fears to achieve her dreams.
44. The gauntlet of emotions was hard to navigate.
45. He had to gauntlet through the chaos to find his way.
46. The gauntlet of challenges made the victory sweeter.
47. She wore a gauntlet to protect her hands while gardening.
48. The gauntlet of experiences shaped who he became.
49. He prepared to gauntlet the trials set before him.
50. The gauntlet of obstacles was daunting, but he was determined.
51. She felt the pressure of the gauntlet of expectations.
52. They had to gauntlet through the tough negotiations.
53. The gauntlet of fear was something she had to face.
54. He picked up the gauntlet and accepted the challenge.
55. The gauntlet of questions was relentless.
56. She was ready to gauntlet the difficulties of the project.
57. The gauntlet thrown down was a test of strength.
58. He had to gauntlet through the protests to reach the meeting.
59. The gauntlet of trials made her stronger.
60. She wore a gauntlet to handle the hot metal safely.
61. The gauntlet of criticism was difficult to endure.
62. He decided to gauntlet the challenge presented to him.
63. The gauntlet of choices was overwhelming.
64. She had to gauntlet through her doubts to succeed.
65. The gauntlet of emotions was hard to process.
66. He was determined to gauntlet through the hardships.
67. The gauntlet of challenges was a rite of passage.
68. She felt she had to gauntlet through the pain.
69. The gauntlet of expectations was heavy on her shoulders.
70. He threw down the gauntlet, challenging the best in the field.
71. The gauntlet of trials tested their limits.
72. She had to gauntlet through the harsh realities of life.
73. The gauntlet of obstacles was conquered with teamwork.
74. He wore a gauntlet to protect himself during the duel.
75. The gauntlet of struggle was part of the journey.
76. She had to gauntlet through the crowd to get to the front.
77. The gauntlet of questions was challenging but enlightening.
78. He decided to gauntlet the competition head-on.
79. The gauntlet of trials prepared him for greater challenges.
80. She felt like she had to gauntlet through her fears.
81. The gauntlet of experiences shaped their friendship.
82. He had to gauntlet through a lot of adversity to succeed.
83. The gauntlet of challenges was worth it in the end.
84. She wore a gauntlet to keep her hands safe from injury.
85. He threw down the gauntlet in a bold display of confidence.
86. The gauntlet of tests was a true measure of skill.
87. She had to gauntlet through her emotions during the tough times.
88. The gauntlet of obstacles was significant but surmountable.
89. He accepted the gauntlet thrown down by his rival.
90. The gauntlet of trials was grueling but rewarding.
91. She had to gauntlet through many challenges in her career.
92. The gauntlet of expectations felt suffocating at times.
93. He picked up the gauntlet and prepared for battle.
94. The gauntlet of trials helped them grow stronger together.
95. She had to gauntlet through a lot of stress to finish the project.
96. The gauntlet of challenges made the journey memorable.
97. He felt compelled to gauntlet through his fears for the sake of his family.
98. The gauntlet of life often tests our character.
99. She wore a gauntlet as part of her historical costume.
100. He was ready to gauntlet the unknown challenges ahead.