face up to
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Friday that Britain must face up to the changing climate and accelerate its move to clean energy as he visited a town where a wildfire gutted homes.
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
The country has to "face up" to the "changing climate" and needs to transition to "more clean energy" he said.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
It’s because you need to face up to whatever got you into this situation — and to take responsibility for your actions.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 17, 2026
Under the deal, he’ll pay a $2.25 million fine and face up to five years behind bars.
From Slate ● Jun. 26, 2026
He put his face up to the bars.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
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