Face
Face verb - To oppose (something hostile or dangerous) with firmness or courage.
Usage example: movie superheroes who are ever ready to face danger without blinking an eye
Shirk
Shirk verb - To get or keep away from (as a responsibility) through cleverness or trickery.
Common collocations
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