# in the midst of sth

idiom · CEFR C1

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/in-the-midst-of-sth
Updated: 2026-04-22

## Meaning

to be in the middle of a busy or difficult situation. You use this when many things are happening around you at the same time.

## Examples

- I am in the midst of cleaning my house.
- We were in the midst of a very important meeting when the fire alarm started ringing.
- While in the midst of a complex negotiation, the diplomat had to remain calm despite the mounting pressure from both sides.

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