faced
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As a result of this communications onslaught, markets faced few surprises around interest-rate decisions, which helped reduce volatility, even in turbulent economic periods.
From Barron's • May 17, 2026
The marketing team faced a decision of a purple kind.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026
The film highlighted the experience of teen girls in Surkhet, Nepal, and the menstrual stigma they faced.
From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026
Mayor Muriel Bowser faced visible student pushback during her remarks, underscoring how even ceremonial addresses can become sites of political expression and disagreement.
From Salon • May 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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