1. A difficulty or problem that arises during a temporary or transitional period, requiring immediate attention before a final resolution can be achieved
The company faced an interim challenge in meeting production quotas while transitioning to new equipment.
A empresa enfrentou um desafio temporário em atender às cotas de produção enquanto fazia a transição para novos equipamentos.
2. In legal or administrative contexts, an objection or dispute raised during a preliminary phase before final adjudication
The interim challenge to the election results was dismissed by the court.
O desafio temporário aos resultados eleitorais foi rejeitado pelo tribunal.