Face off

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Opposition Focus

Use 'face off' to highlight the confrontational aspect of a competition or debate.

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The lawyers will face off in a heated court battle tomorrow.

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Anticipation Buildup

'Face off' can be used to create suspense about an upcoming encounter.

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Everyone is waiting to see the two celebrities face off on live TV.

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Not Literal

The phrase doesn't always mean physical confrontation; it can be used metaphorically.

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The software giants will face off for market dominance this year.

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