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GrammarJLPT N1

amid

Expression

Definitions

1. in the midst of/in the middle of

This grammatical pattern is used to express performing an action despite difficult or adverse circumstances surrounding you, similar to "in the midst of" or "even though." It emphasizes that the action takes place against a challenging background condition.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

My socks are soaked from running in the rain.

Sentence 2

Please refrain from side conversations during the meeting.

Sentence 3

She laughed and said she'd "made it home through the storm."

Sentence 4

Are you seriously talking about driving through a blizzard?

Sentence 5

I honestly respect you for being able to sleep through all this noise!