English Reference
Idiom idiom

in the face of sth


to deal with a difficult or dangerous situation that is happening right in front of you.


SIMPLE

“They stayed calm in the face of danger.”

CONTEXTUAL

“She showed incredible courage in the face of such a difficult challenge at work.”

COMPLEX

“The community remained united in the face of the sudden crisis, working together to rebuild their homes after the storm.”

Last updated April 22, 2026