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facing

[fey-sing] / ˈfeɪ sɪŋ /
NOUN
an architectural finish
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Her years on the council have also given her a deep understanding of the issues facing the city.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

"I've been in the industry for over 22 years and it's been the same question and same barriers that our communities have been facing," said Aesha Ali from training and education provider Saheli Hub.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Now “the issues facing the young people like me are getting a voice.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Iran's national football team was greeted Sunday in Mexico by a small group of supporters eager to give them a warm start to the World Cup, despite visa problems facing some staffers.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

You’re still not facing up to how badly you have mismanaged your business.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis




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