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idioms using “face”
Take something at face value
To accept something without question
“The jury took the witness’s answers at face value and acquitted him of wrongdoing.”
Keep a straight face
To refrain from laughing
“The actress’s lines were so funny that she couldn’t keep a straight face while she was delivering them.”
Fly in the face of
To conflict or contradict
“The plan to hold the parade on Monday flies in the face of a 100-year tradition.”
Face to face
To meet and speak in person
“This is too important to speak about on the phone; let’s meet face to face.”
Get in someone’s face
To annoy in an aggressive manner
“Just politely ask why he isn’t finished yet. There’s no need to get in his face.”