**Confrontation** (noun) — a meeting in which people openly express disagreement or opposition.
1. The police avoided a confrontation with the protesters, who were peacefully demonstrating for better working conditions.
2. After years of avoiding each other, the two former best friends finally had a confrontation, expressing their anger and disappointment.
3. The manager decided to confront the employee about their poor performance, hoping to find a solution to improve their work.
4. The two companies were involved in a legal confrontation over a patent dispute, with both sides preparing for a long and difficult court battle.
5. The teacher was prepared for a confrontation when the student challenged her grading decision, but was surprised by the respectful and thoughtful argument.
6. The politician avoided a confrontation on the controversial issue, instead opting for a more diplomatic approach.
7. The parents confronted their child about their poor grades, offering support and guidance to help them improve.
8. The two nations were on the brink of a military confrontation, with tensions rising and both sides preparing for the worst.
9. The therapist suggested confronting the fear head-on, which was difficult but ultimately led to progress in the patient's recovery.
10. The union organized a confrontation with management to discuss workers' rights and safety conditions.