face out

British  

verb

1. to endure (trouble)

2. to defy or act boldly in spite of (criticism, blame, etc)

3. Also (esp US and Canadian): face down.  to cause to concede by a bold stare

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Example Sentences

So obviously I tidied my entire bedroom because I knew the Zoom was going to face out.

From Los Angeles Times

“Yes, I have,” she finally said, and when I peeked at her face out of the corner of my eye, she looked sad.

From Literature

With Jonathan’s face out of the water, Moose brought his own nose into the air, filling his lungs quickly.

From Literature

Mrs. Mull poked her pointy face out from under the brim of her yellow sunbonnet.

From Literature

"Becoming a celebrity, having your face out there and being in front of the camera… There's another layer of self-consciousness that kicks in."

From BBC