1. He was quick to take up the gauntlet thrown down by the opposition.

2. Whoever decides to take up the gauntlet and challenge the Prime Minister will have a tough battle.

3. His Republican rival may be expected to take up the gauntlet.

4. Was he taking up the gauntlet against the subtle yet inevitable erosion such wealth would bring to the culture of his people?

5. I had to take up the gauntlet; otherwise they would think truth sided with them.

6. He is quick to take up the gauntlet thrown down by the opposition.

7. Voice over One of the big four supermarkets, Sainsbury's says it's happy to take up the gauntlet.

8. You will be steadfast in your goals or intention and, if challenged, will take up the gauntlet and win.

9. He was not one to retreat but rather one who would take up the gauntlet.