face-to-face
adverb or adjective
1
: within each other's sight or presence
met and talked face-to-face
a face-to-face consultation
2
: in or into direct contact or confrontation
came face-to-face with the problem
Examples of face-to-face in a Sentence
I won't believe that accusation until I meet with him face-to-face and ask him myself
came face-to-face with her lifelong fear of flying even before the plane left the runway
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What’s Causing The Gap Several factors contribute to this widespread issue:
• Digital Habits: Young professionals rely on digital communication, limiting face-to-face practice.
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Andrew Lopez, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
Clover escapes into the woods only to come face-to-face with Melanie, now fully transformed into a wendigo.
—Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 25 July 2025
Taylor Advising also held in-person listening sessions to gather face-to-face community input.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 24 July 2025
Australia’s opposition to any U.S. tariffs will be high on the agenda when Prime Minister Anthony Albanese secures his first face-to-face meeting with Trump.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 24 July 2025
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Andrew Lopez, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
Clover escapes into the woods only to come face-to-face with Melanie, now fully transformed into a wendigo.
—Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 25 July 2025
Taylor Advising also held in-person listening sessions to gather face-to-face community input.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 24 July 2025
Australia’s opposition to any U.S. tariffs will be high on the agenda when Prime Minister Anthony Albanese secures his first face-to-face meeting with Trump.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 24 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for face-to-face
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“Face-to-face.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/face-to-face. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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