head-on
Example Sentences
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Using drone technology, the research team recorded sperm whales colliding head-on while also observing their surrounding social behavior.
From Science Daily • Mar. 23, 2026
The head-on collision exposed the parlous state of the Greek railway network's safety precautions -- despite European Union grants for their modernisation and repeated warnings from unions.
From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026
“In fact, we believe hyperscalers are more likely to attempt head-on competition, going after GPU cloud business as the natural adjacency to traditional cloud,” which could cannibalize CoreWeave’s business.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026
Ben Wang delivers a breakthrough performance in the title role as a kid who tries to conquer his anxiety issues head-on by running for class president.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026
“A Miss Teen Dream doesn’t rely on others to solve her problems. She tackles her issues head-on, with a smile and a wave,” said her other self.
From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray
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