face it

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

"It is hard, but countries have to face it."

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

“To deny that only prolongs the situation and puts off any way of reckoning with it. We have to face it in order to understand that it’s within our human nature.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

So if you’re also struggling to get started, consider teaming up with a partner, friend or family member so that you don’t have to face it alone.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

"Let's face it, sometimes we're absolutely knackered, we're tired, we're poorly, or for some reason or another, screen time will be used," she says.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

There were no leaves to stir in this wilderness, but the air buffeted his body and made his hair stream away from his face; it was wild outside him and wild within.

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman