面临 (miàn lín) — to face, to be confronted with
Definition
Use 面临 for serious, often external situations (pressure, danger, choice) one must deal with. 面对 is more neutral and everyday; 正视 is to face something squarely and acknowledge it honestly.
verb
to faceto be confronted with
Examples
- 面临。Wǒ men miàn lín yí gè zhòng yào de xuǎn zé.We face an important choice.
- 面临。Gōng sī miàn lín jù dà de yā lì.The company is under huge pressure.
- 面临。Tā miàn lín kùn nan shí cóng bú fàng qì.She never gives up when facing difficulties.
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