face charges
phrase
: to be formally accused of a crime
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According to the company, consumers would not face charges before the reactors begin generating electricity.
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Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
3 July 2026
In July 2025, authorities said Brady Kiser would not face charges in connection with his son’s death.
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Marlene Lenthang,
NBC news,
3 July 2026
Three women face charges after allegedly beating up another woman outside an East Texas nightclub in a June 21 attack that appeared to reference Karmelo Anthony, court documents state.
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Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 July 2026
Five of the eight members were charged in Dallas, while the other three face charges in Chicago.
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David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
1 July 2026
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Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
3 July 2026
In July 2025, authorities said Brady Kiser would not face charges in connection with his son’s death.
—
Marlene Lenthang,
NBC news,
3 July 2026
Three women face charges after allegedly beating up another woman outside an East Texas nightclub in a June 21 attack that appeared to reference Karmelo Anthony, court documents state.
—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 July 2026
Five of the eight members were charged in Dallas, while the other three face charges in Chicago.
—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
1 July 2026
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“Face charges.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/face%20charges. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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