amongst
Prononciation : [əˈmʌŋst]
Mot
Contexte : « relationship »
(preposition) when you’re talking about being in the middle of a group of people or things. It shows how one thing is related to or surrounded by others. For example, if you’re among friends, you’re with them rather than alone.
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She felt happy and safe amongst her friends at the party.
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He was not amongst the winners; he finished last in the race.
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Who do you enjoy spending time amongst at school?
Contexte : « similarity »
(preposition) when you want to say something is part of a larger group or category. For example, if you say 'amongst the best,' you mean within a group of top things or people.
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Her painting was chosen amongst the best in the art competition.
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His idea was not considered amongst the best; it was overlooked.
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Which book do you think is ranked amongst the most popular?
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