Example Sentences

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It said, like many High Street retailers, it was facing "rising costs, inflationary pressures, and changing consumer habits - including reduced footfall, higher national insurance contributions, and growing competition from online resale platforms".

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Simplot, was facing a slumping stock and a takeover attempt in China a decade ago.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

However, Target executives and Wall Street analysts noted that consumers were still cautious and said the company was facing tougher comparisons for the year ahead — as well as steeper expectations from investors.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

Bass had campaigned for Raman in 2024, when the councilmember was facing a tough reelection fight.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

He’d have to stop that, have to face things better than he was facing them.

From "The River" by Gary Paulsen