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amidst

/əˈmɪdst/

CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #6444 in the learning path

在……之中

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Definitions

prep. Surrounded by something, or during a particular situation

在……之中

Example

We found a quiet bench amidst the flowering trees.

我们在开花的树丛中找到了一张安静的长椅。

Amidst growing concerns about air quality, several cities have expanded their networks of protected cycle lanes.

随着人们日益担忧空气质量,一些城市扩大了设有隔离设施的自行车道网络。

Collocations

  • amidst uncertainty
  • amidst growing concerns
  • amidst the chaos

Synonyms

  • amid
  • among

Usage tip

与amid同义,语气较正式;后接名词或名词短语。

FAQ

What does amidst mean?
Surrounded by something, or during a particular situation
How is amidst pronounced?
UK /əˈmɪdst/, US /əˈmɪdst/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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