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facing

[fey-sing] / ˈfeɪ sɪŋ /
NOUN
an architectural finish
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Facing an economic slowdown, Beijing has reduced its financing for Africa.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Facing calls for her resignation at the time, Wang had vowed not to step away from the council, emphasizing that she was “not responsible for the action of others.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Facing his first questions on camera about the money, Farage told broadcasters the £5m gift had been given to him "for one purpose".

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Facing declining sales volume in North America, PepsiCo is cutting prices by up to 15% and revamping products to boost demand.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Facing an uncertain fate, he fought in the Spanish Civil War, eventually settling in Chile.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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