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Causing intimidation, distress or upset
“Arnold was delivered the confronting news by a kindergarten child that he was potentially suffering from a tumor.”
Characterized by confrontation or hostility
Confronting or thought-provoking in nature
Of, pertaining to, or exhibiting opposition
(negative) To experience an emotion or sensation
“Our species has had to confront the perils of an often hostile natural landscape.”
Present participle for to defy or challenge someone or something with hostile or argumentative intent
“A willingness to question and confront authority is essential to keeping authority accountable.”
Present participle for to worry, oppress, or cause trouble to
“Arguably, however, less tractable difficulties confront him in the realm of spirits.”
Present participle for to address, apply oneself to, or cope with a problem or issue
“They therefore decided to confront the problem by mounting a charm offensive.”
Present participle for to challenge or refute an idea, theory or supposition
“There is a clear need to seek more carefully formulated and rigorous tests in order to confront the theory with evidence.”
Present participle for to intercept or accost someone or a group
“In Rome, Admiral Riccardi could not send out Italy's battleships to confront the convoy because there was simply not fuel enough for them to make the round trip.”
Present participle for to physically stand or be in front of while facing something
“There was no way I could return home and confront them face to face.”
Present participle for to defy or put up an opposition to
Present participle for to engage in a competition or contest
Present participle for to confront and deal with or accept
Present participle for to confront or accuse someone of wrongdoing
Present participle for to confront an adversary in his or her own environment
Present participle for to succeed, survive, or manage, at least at a minimal level
Present participle for to estimate, measure, or note the similarity or dissimilarity between
Present participle for to offend the modesty or values of
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