- present participle of face.
facing
Example Sentences
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Open-air sports events have been cancelled in Germany due to the high temperatures, with most of the country facing highs of 35 to 41C.
From Barron's • Jun. 25, 2026
Police chief Gen Fannie Masemola is one of those facing charges in relation to this case.
From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026
At the time, he was also facing accusations of ignoring inappropriate behavior at “60 Minutes.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026
The broader private-credit industry has started facing similar elevated redemption requests because of souring loan performance and fear of future defaults.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026
The tiny creature had risen up and was facing the door.
From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell
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