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amongst

Pronunciation: [əˈmʌŋst]

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Learn how to use amongst in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “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.

Example

She felt happy and safe amongst her friends at the party.

Example

He was not amongst the winners; he finished last in the race.

Example

Who do you enjoy spending time amongst at school?

Context: “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.

Example

Her painting was chosen amongst the best in the art competition.

Example

His idea was not considered amongst the best; it was overlooked.

Example

Which book do you think is ranked amongst the most popular?

How to pronounce amongst

Pronunciation: [əˈmʌŋst]

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