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confrontation

[kon-fruhn-tey-shuhn, -fruhn-] / ˌkɒn frənˈteɪ ʃən, -frʌn- /


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But veterans in the division — who were shocked by the confrontation — took it as a sign that he was ready to leave the program.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

In the spring of 2021, a 25-year-old man was summoned to help a friend in a confrontation at a low-income housing development in Middletown, Connecticut.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Collina also explained the new rule for players who cover their mouth with a hand, arm or shirt in confrontation with an opponent.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Was it a confrontation between McArthur’s mom and a club stalwart at the Fourth of July parade?

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

This confrontation has given me strength, it’s made me more determined.

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins




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