FACE UP (TO) Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

face up (to)

verb

Definition of face up (to)

as in to front

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Agnes later finds out about Enid’s past as the help but seems to get over it when Enid offers to front the rest of the cost for the presidential hosting.

— Alice Burton, Vulture, 2 Nov. 2026
The living area is positioned next to a large picture window that fronts the home and maximizes natural light inside, and contains a full-sized sofa, a coffee table, plus an entertainment center.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Nov. 2026

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Convinced by the gesture, Dench went on to play Aereon in the 2004 film, the elemental ambassador who guides Riddick (Diesel) through his tumultuous travels to rescue his old allies and confront the head of the Necromonger empire.

— Isabelle Farina, Variety, 8 Nov. 2026
In his acceptance speech, Villeneuve revealed a little about his creative expression, too, and used it as a lead-in to confront the existential crisis imposed by artificial intelligence.

— Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 8 Nov. 2026

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Accommodations face either the ocean or the mountains and all have small balconies or lanais big enough for a couple of chairs and a small table.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Nov. 2026
But their presence in the North Carolina beverage market is facing an uncertain future as lawmakers consider tighter restrictions on hemp products.

— Evan Moore November 12, Charlotte Observer, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of face

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On the red carpet, sheer footwear is daring and alluring, often partnered with sensual ensembles that play on creating shape or emphasizing silhouettes.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 7 Nov. 2026
These answers become polemic (for want of anything more interesting or, dare to say it, insightful) and the world keeps on spinning.

— Sam Peskin, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2026

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