confronting

Example Sentences

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

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

The Japanese company, the fifth-largest automaker in the U.S. by sales, is confronting some of the steepest challenges it has faced in its nearly seven decades as a public company.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Many consumer discretionary companies are confronting higher costs emanating from the oil-price shock.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Robinson, never afraid of confronting a batter, will also add some fighting spirit that was occasionally lacking during the Ashes.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Some may have doubted the wisdom of confronting a trained, professional army with a homegrown militia.

From "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell