1
as in bordering
to stand or sit with the face or front toward
the house faces the sparkling blue waters of the Pacific Ocean
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2
as in confronting
to oppose (something hostile or dangerous) with firmness or courage
movie superheroes who are ever ready to face danger without blinking an eye
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3
as in clothing
to cover with something that protects
we decided to face our old frame house with aluminum siding
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as in encountering
to enter into contest or conflict with
the Boston Red Sox were eager to face their traditional rivals, the Yankees, in the play-offs
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Recent Examples of facing
Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Wilson, heading the largest hemp operation in the county, was front-facing during the public talks and small workshops with county officials.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 12 Sep. 2025
Despite facing challenges to get the march off the ground this year, supporters came bearing flags, signs and spirit on the eve of the Boise Pride Festival, which takes place this weekend.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 6 Sep. 2025
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Verb
The new picture shows the phone has nixed the rear-facing, three-camera system for a four- or possibly five-camera setup instead.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Wilson, heading the largest hemp operation in the county, was front-facing during the public talks and small workshops with county officials.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Noun
Eurovision 2026 is facing its biggest political storm in decades as a growing number of broadcasters threaten to withdraw if Israel is allowed to compete.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 12 Sep. 2025
Despite facing challenges to get the march off the ground this year, supporters came bearing flags, signs and spirit on the eve of the Boise Pride Festival, which takes place this weekend.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for facing
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Ceylon Tea Trails are a series of bungalow’s tucked into Sri Lanka’s tea region bordering the Central Highlands UNESCO World Heritage site.—
Alissa Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Forests neighboring beloved places like the Appalachian Trail, Lake Tahoe, and the White Mountains as well as those bordering Rocky Mountain, Glacier, Olympic and Yellowstone national parks, will all be opened to development.—
Ryan Gellert,
Time,
9 Sep. 2025
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Evidence showed Lachlan feared alienating core Fox viewers — which is to say pro-Trump voters — by confronting them too directly with the facts that President Joe Biden squarely won the election.—
Bill Chappell,
NPR,
10 Sep. 2025
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George Clooney plays the titular protagonist, a famous movie actor who embarks on a journey of self-discovery confronting both his past and present, accompanied by his devoted manager Ron (Adam Sandler).—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
9 Sep. 2025
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Car accidents are statistically more common than encountering a defective medical device.—
Matt Lowe,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Research shows that new experiences—like stepping outside and encountering a new environment while working out—trigger the brain's reward system.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
8 Sep. 2025
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The plastic coverings are about ready to come off the red seats lining Clowes Memorial Hall.—
Heather Bushman,
IndyStar,
4 Sep. 2025
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This space has also been revamped over the summer with a dedicated bar, which adds to The Bar space in the palazzo’s charming Red Room, replete with silk coverings lining the walls and an original fresco by Cesare Rotta framing the ceiling.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Spanning 43 acres with 19 acres fronting the Pacific Ocean, Bien Sur sold for $17 million.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The campaign, shot by Italian photographer Alessio Boni, marks the second time the trio is fronting Bally ads, and will bow on Tuesday.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
8 Sep. 2025
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All around her, linen, encasing her, like a caul.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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Desserts carry the same straightforward, honest goodness, as in fragile phyllo dough encasing mascarpone with cinnamon caramel and lovely lemon pistachios.—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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Since then, Pate says the band has written more music, including a song for a potential season two, after meeting one of their musical inspirations Cage the Elephant.—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Sep. 2025
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After meeting with city officials, the festival added more water stations and shaded areas.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
6 Sep. 2025
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Stop forcing parents to choose between their careers and their families, and instead empower them to succeed on both fronts.—
Liz Teran,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
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Constructed of a mix of suede and faux leather, the taupe shoes are accented by a white S logo on the side and a lace-up front.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Facing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/facing. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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