as in confronting
to oppose (something hostile or dangerous) with firmness or courage
rescue workers who outface the daily threat of catastrophe
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Kelly, during the demonstration, filmed himself directly confronting lead pastor Jonathan Parnell and shouting in the faces of parishioners, even following them to their cars with crying children in tow.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Jan. 2026 -
Board Chair Sarah Leonardi said the district is confronting significant financial realities as members considered school closures, boundary adjustments, and a proposal to move some high school graduations from large venues to on‑campus gymnasiums.—
Anna McAllister,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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For instance, radiologists can spend less time on documentation and more time on patient-facing decisions, while therapists can reduce administrative overhead and devote more attention to clients.—
Anisha Sircar,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Pittman, who is currently in jail, is now facing six additional charges, according to police.—
Steven Yablonski,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Outfacing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outfacing. Accessed 26 Jan. 2026.
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