in the face of

PREPOSITION

despite

Synonyms

STRONGEST

in spite of regardless of

WEAK

against although even though even with in contempt of in defiance of notwithstanding undeterred by

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That’s a problem considering mounting warning signs about the strength of the consumer in the face of rising inflation.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

He stepped to the line and breathed deep in the face of a deafening Knicks crowd.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

"I really hope the fans show patience and good behaviour in the face of some of these problems which we can't hide," Puente adds.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Wilson, who owns around 8.7% of Lululemon’s outstanding shares, had been trying to shake up the board in the face of steep competition against brands like Vuori and lower-priced dupes.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

Stay strong in the face of a storm.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila

in the face of

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