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Recent Examples of Synonyms for facing up (to)
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The main musical attractions were the B-52s, Devo, Danny Elfman and Puddles Pity Party, taking turns fronting a 10-piece big band led by Mark Mothersbaugh — and with Fred Armisen on drums — that nimbly navigated between exotica and some fairly fierce garage-rock.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
7 May 2026 -
The mayor stood outside of Griffin's home and used it as an example for who will be fronting the bill of the new proposal.—
Amethyst Martinez,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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On balance, confronting Iran’s nuclear ambitions was necessary.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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With the 84th Golden Globes shaping up for next January, the awards show is confronting the use of artificial intelligence (AI) with new eligibility rules.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
7 May 2026
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What are the top 3 issues facing schools and students in San Diego County?—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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Japan’s construction industry is facing a productivity crisis, as soaring material costs and an aging workforce threaten the future of the nation’s $625 billion sector.—
Rebecca Cairns,
CNN Money,
7 May 2026
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Opposing pitchers are attacking the Giants’ hitters and daring them to make contact.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
9 May 2026
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Crocodile suspected of eating local man airlifted in daring mission to retrieve remains.—
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FOXNews.com,
6 May 2026
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Skyline’s fame is well-earned, though, and worth braving the crowds.—
Zoe Baillargeon,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Apr. 2026
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In Athens, History Shapes the Future After hovering for a millennium at the crossroads of past and present and braving a series of recent crises, the ancient metropolis is ascendant once again.—
Matt Ortile,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Apr. 2026
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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 14 May. 2026.
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