面对 (miàn duì) is the general verb for 'to face' — a person, a problem, or reality. It is broader than 面临 (miàn lín), which is used only for abstract situations (e.g., challenges), and less determined than 正视 (zhèng shì), which means 'to face up to' with courage. 面对 is neutral and common in both speech and writing.