Meaning of 'In the face of'
What does the saying 'In the face of' mean?
Idiom: In the face of
Meaning:
If people act in the face of something, they do it despite it or when threatened by it.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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