face charges

idiom

: to be formally accused of a crime
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Both of the 18-year-olds will face charges in Blue Ash Mayor's Court. Cameron Knight, The Enquirer, 8 July 2025 The two men face charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering, each carrying a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 8 July 2025 Two other people face charges related to allegedly assisting Martinez. Amaia Gavica, Idaho Statesman, 4 July 2025 Now, a prosecutor has announced that no one will face charges for injuring the dog as there is simply not enough evidence. Bailey Richards, People.com, 29 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for face charges

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“Face charges.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/face%20charges. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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