face up to vs sheer

face up to

verb
  • To confront a condition or situation, typically one that is unpleasant or uncomfortable. 

sheer

adj
  • Used to emphasize the amount or degree of something. 

  • Very steep; almost vertical or perpendicular. 

  • Downright; complete; pure. 

  • Very thin or transparent. 

verb
  • To swerve from a course. 

noun
  • A sheer curtain or fabric. 

  • An abrupt swerve from the course of a ship. 

  • The curve of the main deck or gunwale from bow to stern. 

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