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Confront with Meaning in English

expression

kənˈfɹənt/ /ˈwɪð/, /ˈwɪθ/, /wɪð/, /wɪθ
kuhn-FRUNT with
kənfɹˈʌnt/ /wˈɪð
kuhn-FRUNT with

Definition

To make someone face something difficult, challenging, or unpleasant directly, often a problem, truth, or situation.

Usage & Nuances

Used formally and informally. Commonly follows passive forms: "be confronted with". Not the same as just "confront" (which takes a person as object); "confront with" usually means someone has to face a situation, fact, or evidence. Often used in reports, psychology, or news.

Example Sentences

She was confronted with a difficult choice.

basic

When you are confronted with fear, try to stay calm.

basic

The students were confronted with a lot of new information on the first day.

basic

I was suddenly confronted with the reality of living alone.

natural

The company was confronted with evidence of corruption.

natural

How would you react if you were confronted with your biggest mistake?

natural