Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for facing up (to)
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The reconfiguration includes a wide promenade with a multi-use path fronting the project site.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Sep. 2025 -
Now, 20 years later, Jenner is fronting a campaign for the nearly logo-less bag, recently revived by Chloé creative director Chemena Kamali.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
24 Sep. 2025
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Additionally, the study claimed, 11% of those surveyed admitted to intentionally bumping others or confronting another driver out of frustration.—
Stuart Dyos,
USA Today,
24 Sep. 2025
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The loss of sister Traci Braxton in 2022 remains a central part of the family’s story, as the women search for healing while confronting new challenges.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
24 Sep. 2025
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Four plays later, facing a 4th-and-1, Buettner scored on a 7-yard run to put the Pioneers on top 7-0.—
Frank Rajkowski,
Twin Cities,
27 Sep. 2025
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Instead of facing jailtime, a judge ruled that Jillian would undergo a two-year mental health diversion program, her attorney, Hilary Potashner, confirmed.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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Fans praised Johnson’s daring outfit on social media.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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Whether classic blue, daring black, or vintage light wash is calling your name, these finds all offer plenty of versatility, especially in the fall.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Glamour,
23 Sep. 2025
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Thousands of Filipinos massed in the capital on the main Epifanio de los Santos Avenue, a historic highway known by its acronym EDSA, many either clad in white or wearing a white ribbon, and braving extreme heat and rain.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
21 Sep. 2025
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No longer are its $1,200-plus parkas just for Canadians braving the blistering cold—with 68 stores around the world, Canada Goose merch is now being stocked even in sweltering spots like Miami and Australia, and worn as streetwear by celebrities and Gen Zers alike.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Facing up (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/facing%20up%20%28to%29. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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