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in the face of
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used to indicate confronting or dealing with something directly
Examples
The rescue team pressed on in the face of fierce storms, determined to reach the stranded hikers.
He stood tall in the face of the bullying, refusing to let it affect his confidence.
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despite a challenging or difficult situation
Examples
They completed the marathon in the face of extreme heat and exhaustion.
She succeeded in the face of overwhelming odds.
