faced
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Several experts believe the change will force seniors to switch to Medicare Advantage plans once they are faced with higher premiums or reduced offerings within their plans.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 28, 2026
Newsom faced renewed criticism for the affair during the 2018 governor’s race amid a larger reckoning over sexual misconduct in politics, corporate America and Hollywood.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
The government said making the morning-after pill available free from pharmacies would end the "unfair" barriers and postcode lottery some women faced - with access varying dramatically depending on where they live.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
He would then display the bodies in lifelike poses, revealing their muscles, skeletons and internal organs in exhibitions that drew millions worldwide but also occasionally faced calls for bans.
From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026
Despite the money and recognition, Kate seemed aimless and faced increasing public scrutiny and scorn.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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