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confrontation

[kon-fruhn-tay-shuhn, -fruhn-] / ˌkɒn frənˈteɪ ʃən, -frʌn- /


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But when David posted the scene several hours later, the editing gave viewers the impression of a major clash -- a violent confrontation in Israel's secular heart.

From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026

The circumstances of the confrontation are under investigation.

From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026

They have also agreed to establish a communication channel for AI-related incidents, aimed at preventing misunderstandings or unexpected developments from turning into a broader confrontation.

From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026

Something similar may now be possible in the confrontation with Iran.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 27, 2026

But it is the masterstroke of the green spot, shining like a beacon in the middle of her forehead, that conveys the anguish of the girl’s confrontation with her inner self.

From "History of Art, Volume 1" by H.W. Janson

Organizers say volunteers will explain voting rights, try to de-escalate confrontations and document potential intimidation or other misconduct.

From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026

The NFL Referees Assn. says it plans to challenge the league’s ‘excessive’ suspensions of two game officials following their confrontations with players during Sunday’s games.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026

"Renee's death was not an accident," lawyers for the family said, calling it the "predictable result" of policies that encouraged aggressive confrontations.

From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026

Palestinian security camera video shared with the BBC showed confrontations between Israeli soldiers and border police and a large crowd of settlers.

From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026

She did exactly nothing to avoid quarrels and confrontations.

From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy




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