Example Sentences

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“My personality is such that if I’m confronted with it I don’t back away from that,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Another victim, Joshua Amissah, told court that he confronted Tom Jr about the lack of rest.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

This week, host Scott Pelley was also fired after he confronted newsroom leadership about the culling in a tense staff meeting.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

The Imperium's armada confronted Pandemic Horde with full force in June 2025, aiming to seize its territory.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

What did I expect her to do when I confronted her?

From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden