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face criticism

VERB

run the gauntlet

Synonyms

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be a target be a whipping boy come to grips with court disaster face one's punishment go in harm's way go through fire and water march up to the cannon's mouth meet head-on take one's life in one's hands take potshots take the bull by the horns

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Beyond their voracious appetite for electricity, data centers face criticism for their massive land and water use.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

The initiative comes as tech giants face criticism from both lawmakers and the public over artificial intelligence’s role in driving up energy demand — and Americans’ bills.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 10, 2026

While the 55-year-old may face criticism in Europe, for the rest of the world he has made a clear difference.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

A few days later, Los Angeles touted its first completion only to face criticism because the house was a builder spec home permitted for demolition and rebuilding before the Palisades fire destroyed it.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

Here is this gentleman ready to face criticism in publicly championing you——' 'Yes, but it's an illusion that I, as an individual, need a champion.

From The Convert by Robins, Elizabeth

face criticism

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