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as in to front
to stand or sit with the face or front toward
the house faces the sparkling blue waters of the Pacific Ocean
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as in to confront
to oppose (something hostile or dangerous) with firmness or courage
movie superheroes who are ever ready to face danger without blinking an eye
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as in to clad
to cover with something that protects
we decided to face our old frame house with aluminum siding
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as in to encounter
to enter into contest or conflict with
the Boston Red Sox were eager to face their traditional rivals, the Yankees, in the play-offs
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as in looks
the front part of the head
the criminal hid his face from the news cameras as he slumped into the patrol car
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as in front
a forward part or surface
the face of the store building has been altered many times over the years to meet changing tastes and needs
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as in grimace
a twisting of the facial features in disgust or disapproval
it's rude to make a face when your dinner hostess offers you broccoli
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as in exterior
an outer part or layer
a much-needed sandblasting revealed that the face of the old stone church is actually a pinkish granite
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as in look
facial appearance regarded as an indication of mood or feeling
a rainy day is no excuse for just moping around with a long face, so let's do something
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as in appearance
outward and often deceptive indication
on the face of it, the country went to war for noble reasons
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as in person
a member of the human race
I see they've hired some new faces
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as in gall
shameless boldness
you have to wonder how anyone has the face to ask such a personal question
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as in assurance
a state of mind in which one is free from doubt
he managed to maintain face despite the endless series of crises
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Recent Examples of face
Mark Schindler, The Athletic, 17 Mar. 2025
The company also faced stiff competition from the likes of Shein and Temu, which churn out trendy items that are cheaper than what Forever 21 offers.
—Michelle Chapman, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
It has been shown to increase spontaneous movement in the face and limbs.2 As bradykinesia worsens, levodopa may become less effective.5
Exercise
Physical activity may help reduce bradykinesia.
—Janelle McSwiggin, Msn, Health, 15 Mar. 2025
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Verb
In the next round, the Gamecocks could face one of the most potent 3-point shooting teams in the country regardless of who wins the No. 8 versus No. 9 game.
—Mark Schindler, The Athletic, 17 Mar. 2025
The company also faced stiff competition from the likes of Shein and Temu, which churn out trendy items that are cheaper than what Forever 21 offers.
—Michelle Chapman, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
Noun
First photo released of the boom mic operator that hit President Trump in the face.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
It has been shown to increase spontaneous movement in the face and limbs.2 As bradykinesia worsens, levodopa may become less effective.5
Exercise
Physical activity may help reduce bradykinesia.
—Janelle McSwiggin, Msn, Health, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for face
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At the end of the month, city officials say, Chicago must close the books for good on 2024, and that budget will be out of balance if CPS doesn’t reimburse the city for the $175 million pension payment, which the city government fronted in expectation of being repaid by the school district.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2025
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Photo : Naftali Group The upper-floor units overlook Central Park front their East 77th Street perch.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
13 Mar. 2025
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In later footage, Baldwin and his wife confront a group of paparazzi and a photographer admits to not remembering Hutchins’ name.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2025
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Keating, 72, quickly interrupted McBride to confront Self, insisting that the chairman repeat his introduction of their colleague.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
12 Mar. 2025
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However, here, the 4,150-square-foot main residence and the complementary two-story lakeside cabana adhere to a relaxed, traditional New England style with grey shingles cladding the exteriors.—
Emma Reynolds,
Robb Report,
3 Feb. 2025
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Chiara de Rege’s recent client, a professional couple with a growing family, were charmed by a wall covering from the designer’s Maison C line, cladding a washroom in their former home with the pattern.—
Katherine Burns Olson,
Architectural Digest,
24 Jan. 2025
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Parasite’s portrayal of these upstairs-downstairs dynamics is even more overt; the members of the struggling Kim household, who live in a basement-level apartment and juggle odd jobs, alight on a crafty employment scheme after encountering an ultra-wealthy family.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
12 Mar. 2025
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The Portuguese encountered the fruit during their trade in South India in the 15th–16th centuries and brought both the word and the fruit to Europe and other parts of the world.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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Outline natural stone Johnston adds visual interest to a neutral facade.—
Kathryn O'Shea-Evans,
Architectural Digest,
11 Mar. 2025
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Unfortunately, this page, which mirrored the company’s reset page, was a facade set up by cybercriminals.—
Maxwell Alles,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Those could also prove useful, but will face the challenge of distinguishing facial expressions unique to pain rather than similar grimaces related to being hungry.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
3 May 2017
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In the movie, the monkey is a two-foot-tall sculpted plastic model whose arms bang up and down on a drum, as his mouth opens up to bare its teeth in a violent grimace.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2025
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The exterior features a lightweight mesh lining that’s cooling and breathable, while cushioning within the insole improves the alignment of your feet to help eliminate soreness and discomfort.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2025
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The second floor can be accessed using the exterior staircase.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
6 Mar. 2025
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Available for purchase separately or in a duo with the lip liner, the new Shade Slick Sheens include four shimmery shades that work effortlessly with the liners for a juicy lip look.—
Claire Sullivan,
WWD,
18 Mar. 2025
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She is known for bold eye aesthetics which ease dramatic pigment into cohesive, statement-making looks.—
Jessica Ourisman,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Face.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/face. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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