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are facing

  • present progressive
    of face.
    face
    noun
    the front part of the head, from the forehead to the chin.

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It said concerns from consultations included fears over reduced bookings, shorter stays and reduced visitor spend at a time when local businesses are facing economic pressures.

From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026

U.S. stocks are facing hurdles and investors may need to consider looking elsewhere.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026

With a new general manager in Ariana Andonian, the Sparks are facing an offseason of resetting — again, without Ogwumike — but at least with some assets.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026

"We see people's health being damaged and their ability to find and maintain work undermined by the severe hardship so many are facing."

From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026

You may even plead with them, by heaven! in gentle terms to quit their horseplay—not that they will heed you, rash as they are, facing their day of wrath.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer