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Definition face off in British 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.

Synonyms and related words
fight wrestle clash compete vie contend
2

to begin a game of ice hockey

Example

The teams face off at 3 o'clock.

Synonyms and related words
blade blading curling
Definition face off in British English