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amid

/əˈmɪd/

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preposition

/əˈmɪd/C1formal
  • ruФормальный предлог, указывающий на нахождение в окружении, в середине или в ходе определённой ситуации, среды или группы; передаёт присутствие в контексте множества элементов, часто с оттенком контраста или сложности

A formal preposition indicating being surrounded by, in the middle of, or during a particular situation, environment, or group; used to convey presence within a context of multiple elements, often with a sense of contrast or complexity.

  1. Surrounded by or in the middle of physical objectsC1formal

    Used to indicate that someone or something is physically located among or surrounded by other objects, people, or elements in space.

    ruСреди, в окружении, посреди

    • The cottage stood amid the trees.
    • She walked amid the crowds in the market.
    • A small flower grew amid the rocks.
    • The statue was placed amid the gardens.
  2. During or in the context of a situation or eventC1formalpolitical

    Used to indicate that something happens or exists during a particular circumstance, atmosphere, or ongoing event, often emphasizing contrast or complexity.

    ruВ разгар, на фоне, в условиях, в атмосфере

    • The decision was made amid much controversy.
    • He remained calm amid the chaos.
    • The treaty was signed amid great celebration.
    • She found peace amid the stress of work.
  3. Among a group of abstract elements or qualitiesC1formal

    Used to indicate presence within a collection of non-physical elements such as emotions, ideas, opinions, or intangible factors.

    ruСреди, в среде, на фоне абстрактных понятий

    • Amid all the uncertainty, one thing was clear.
    • She found hope amid the despair.
    • Amid differing opinions, a consensus emerged.
    • Truth can be hard to find amid the noise.
  4. In the presence of contrasting or conflicting elementsC1formal

    Used to highlight that something exists or occurs despite, or in contrast to, surrounding opposing forces, conditions, or circumstances.

    ruНесмотря на, в условиях противопоставления, на фоне контраста

    • Amid the criticism, she stood by her decision.
    • He succeeded amid numerous obstacles.
    • Amid the darkness, a light appeared.
    • Trust was built amid years of suspicion.