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Term: Confront

Description:

Confront is a verb that refers to facing something or someone in a direct and often challenging manner. It can also mean to deal with a difficult situation head-on.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Verb
• Noun

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1 (Verb):

When used as a verb, confront means to directly face or challenge someone or something.

Example Sentences:

• He must confront his fears if he wishes to overcome them.
• The detective decided to confront the suspect with the evidence.
• The manager confronted the employee about their inappropriate behavior.

Sense 2 (Verb):

Confront can also mean to deal with a difficult situation directly, without avoiding or evading it.

Example Sentences:

• She had to confront the reality of her financial situation.
• It's time to confront the challenges that lie ahead.
• We need to confront the issues plaguing our society in order to bring about positive change.

Sense 3 (Noun):

As a noun, confront refers to a face-to-face meeting or encounter, especially one that is direct or challenging.

Example Sentences:

• The confront between the two rival gangs ended in violence.
• The political candidates had a confront on live television.
• I had a confront with my boss regarding my promotion.

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