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Definition face off in American English

face off phrasal verb

[intransitive] phrasal verb
1

if people or groups face off, they compete or fight with each other

Example

Soldiers and protesters faced off during riots.

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2

to begin a game of hockey

Example

The teams face off at 3 o'clock.

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Definition face off in American English