faced
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When they went down 3-0 in the series, they faced a steep climb that only one team in MLB history has overcome.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026
Inflation is a “common challenge” faced by countries across the world and a frequent point of discussion between central bankers at the IMF meetings, Warsh said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
Rather than standing on the verge of a functioning nuclear reactor, the German scientists faced shortages they could not overcome with the resources available to them.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 16, 2026
The annual meetings bring together finance ministers, central bankers and policymakers from around the world, and Warsh said he had heard from others of the "common challenges" advanced economies faced.
From Barron's ● Oct. 16, 2026
Now the child stood pale faced and determined, practicing her pliés.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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