confronting

Example Sentences

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Confronting the grief in unvarnished form might sting, and perhaps acutely.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

Confronting its biggest threat in decades, the regime in Tehran is trying to boost its odds of survival if diplomatic talks fall through.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 22, 2026

Confronting today’s slow housing market with policy is a tightrope walk.

From Barron's • Jan. 10, 2026

Confronting shoplifters, he says, is "just a part of working there".

From BBC • Dec. 11, 2025

Confronting Ambrose required no real bravery on my part.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss