amid chants
Frequency: 5.01.9 per million words
Indicates something happening in the middle of or surrounded by chanting.
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Examples (10)
- The prime minister delivered his speech amid chants of 'Resign! Resign!'.
- He scored the winning goal amid deafening chants from the home supporters.
- The procession moved slowly through the temple amid the rhythmic chants of the monks.
- The controversial CEO left the building amid angry chants from the laid-off workers.
- The band took their final bow amid chants of 'Encore! Encore!'.
- The defendant was led from the courthouse amid chants for justice from the victim's family.
- The king stood on the balcony, firm amid the rebellious chants of the crowd below.
- Riot police are holding the line amid continuous chants and the sound of drums.
- The activist remained calm on stage, speaking eloquently amid the supportive chants of her followers.
- He knew he would have to walk through the picket line amid hostile chants, but he was determined.