Meaning & use
confront
To face someone or something directly, especially in a challenging or difficult situation.
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She finally decided to confront her coworker about the missed deadlines.
The hikers had to confront the storm head-on with no shelter in sight.
A note on using this word
Confront often implies a degree of tension or courage, whether facing a person directly or an unavoidable difficult situation.
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