confront

Oppose, as in hostility or a competition.

“You must confront your opponent”

“The two enemies finally confronted each other”

Deal with (something unpleasant) head on.

“You must confront your problems”

Present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize.

“We confronted him with the evidence”

Be face to face with.

“The child screamed when he confronted the man in the Halloween costume”