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confrontation

/kənˈfrɒntəˌneɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does confrontation mean?

noun

A situation in which two people or groups oppose each other, often in a hostile or aggressive way. A direct and often confrontational meeting or encounter.

Example

"The confrontation between the two leaders ended in a stalemate."

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