confronting

Example Sentences

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Hezbollah said it was confronting Israeli forces around the outskirts of the towns of Zawtar al-Sharqiyah, Yohmor al-Shaqif and Dibbine, adding that the troops "had not yet succeeded in taking control of the towns".

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

Her characters, too, are most animated when confronting the realities of history and mortality.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The San Diego police chief said Abdullah’s bravery in confronting the shooters saved lives.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

Although the lyrics to her song Bangaranga seemed like typical Euro-nonsense, the 27-year-old said it was about "being bold" and confronting a personal "battle with anxiety".

From BBC • May 14, 2026

At the foot of every bed, confronting its moribund occupant, was a television box.

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley