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| face up to |
| 1. v. To confront a condition or situation, typically one that is unpleasant or uncomfortable. |
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| We must all face up to the fact that we're not getting any younger. |
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| face |
| 1. n. (anatomy) The front part of the head, featuring the eyes, nose, and mouth and the surrounding area. |
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| The monkey has a pretty face. |
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| 2. n. One's facial expression. |
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| Why the sad face? |
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| 3. n. The public image; outward appearance. |
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| up |
| 1. adv. Away from the surface of the Earth or other planet; in opposite direction to the downward pull of gravity. |
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| I looked up and saw the airplane overhead. |
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| 2. adv. (intensifier) Used as an aspect marker to indicate a completed action or state Thoroughly, completely. |
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| I will mix up the puzzle pieces. |
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| Tear up the contract. |
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| to |
| 1. part. A particle used for marking the following verb as an infinitive. |
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| I want to leave. |
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| He asked me what to do. |
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| I don’t know how to say it. |
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| I have places to go and people to see. |
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