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to confront
01
面对, 对峙
to face someone, particularly in a way that is unfriendly or threatening
Transitive: to confront sb | to confront sb about sth
Example
The neighbors confronted the noisy partygoers about the disturbance late at night.
The principal had to confront the students who were bullying their classmates.
She confronted her friend about spreading rumors behind her back.
02
面对, 对抗
to face or deal with a problem or difficult situation directly
Transitive: to confront a problem or issue
Example
The student had to confront the challenge of preparing for multiple exams within a short timeframe.
Facing financial challenges, the company had to confront the need for cost-cutting measures.
The manager decided to confront the team 's productivity issues and implement new strategies.
03
对抗, 面对
to bring a challenging or uncomfortable situation, issue, or accusation to someone's attention
Ditransitive: to confront sb with an unpleasant situation or issue
Example
The professor confronted her students with the ethical dilemmas of modern technology.
The documentary confronted viewers with the harsh realities of climate change.
The therapist confronted her patient with the destructive patterns of behavior.
04
面对, 直面
be face to face with
Transitive: to confront sb/sth
Example
Stepping onto the stage, he was confronted by a sea of expectant faces.
When she entered the room, she was confronted by the angry stares of her colleagues.
The soldier was confronted by the enemy 's advancing troops.
例子
The neighbors confronted the noisy partygoers about the disturbance late at night.
The principal had to confront the students who were bullying their classmates.
She confronted her friend about spreading rumors behind her back.
She summoned the courage to confront her abusive partner about his behavior.
The manager confronted the employee about the missing inventory.
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