faced
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He also detailed challenges he had faced in the air, including when a passenger went into early labour and the crew worked together to ensure the baby was born safely.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
Schlittler faced two additional batters and recorded another out, pushing his pitch total up to 117—the highest by a Yankee in any game in more than four years.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
She also cited her life experience as the daughter of immigrants, a single mother and a widow who was faced with the decision of whether to discontinue life support for her husband.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
He had, however, faced medical emergencies and minor aircraft issues causing delays.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
The left side of the president’s body turned toward the audience, he faced the stage below.
From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson
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