as in faces
to oppose (something hostile or dangerous) with firmness or courage
a man of integrity who was never afraid to beard the lion in his den
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On Monday, McFarlane and two friends were outside the fencing, leaning against the metal barriers in front of the Department of Agriculture, which faces the National Mall.
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Look at the racial hostility that Caitlin Clark faces from Black players and media members on a nightly basis.
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While celebrating this enduring model, the nation confronts serious challenges and concerning efforts to suppress civic groups.
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When ambitious young athlete Jamal (Stenline) enters her life and confronts the dangerous world around her, everything fractures.
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“Beards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beards. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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