To confront
Example: They confront challenges directly
Definition
"To confront" means to face a situation, problem, or person directly and often with determination or courage, especially when it involves difficulty or conflict. For example, they confront challenges directly by addressing issues without avoidance.
Etymology
The word "to confront" comes from the Latin prefix 'con-' meaning 'with' and 'frons' meaning 'forehead' or 'face.' Originally, it implied facing someone or something head-on, much like two people standing face to face. Did you know? This vivid image of facing something frontally has carried through to modern usage.
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"To confront" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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