as in head-to-head
in direct confrontation or competition
the underdog team met its more talented opponent head-on and won the hockey game through sheer grit
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Recent Examples of head-on
As in the previous test, IIHS researchers tested seat-belt efficacy through simulations of a head-on collision.
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Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 21 Sep. 2025
But in reality, avoiding confronting your finances head-on and seeking a quick boost of dopamine instead only delays facing your anxiety.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025
The vehicle crossed the center line and collided head-on with an ambulance traveling in the opposite direction, killing three people, according to DPS.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr, AZCentral.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Through this head-on approach, Gilbert is a master of upending audience expectations.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2025
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Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 21 Sep. 2025
But in reality, avoiding confronting your finances head-on and seeking a quick boost of dopamine instead only delays facing your anxiety.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025
The vehicle crossed the center line and collided head-on with an ambulance traveling in the opposite direction, killing three people, according to DPS.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr, AZCentral.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Through this head-on approach, Gilbert is a master of upending audience expectations.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for head-on
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Now they are tied with the Guardians, who hold the head-to-head tiebreaker.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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The American version is a take on the Dutch game show of the same name, which allows contestants with expertise in specific areas to challenge each other head-to-head to win more and more of the gamerboard.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
23 Sep. 2025
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Being less direct and formal can help prevent your kid putting a wall up — as can chatting during car rides since not being face-to-face can feel less intimidating for them.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
26 Sep. 2025
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However, the process is slow and requires individuals to see a potential abuser one more time face-to-face.—
Matthew Cupelli,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Head-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/head-on. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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