No one was willing to 'confront' [='challenge'] the company president on that point.
They 'confronted' [=(more commonly) 'encountered'] many obstacles along the way.
We know of the financial problems 'confronting' [='facing'] local schools.
(..) only last night. We did everything we could from the moment they took your brother. Tommen even went to the sept himself to confront the High Sparrow. But I fear the Faith has left reason behind. I know you did this. We are making every effort on your behalf. (..)2015 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: The Gift Season: 5 Episode 7