ENGLISH
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in the face of sth

idiom
Meaning

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


Examples
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