in the thick of
Definition of in the thick of
: in the most active or intense part of (something) a soldier in the thick of battle
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thickplay
: having or being of relatively great depth or extent from one surface to its opposite
: heavily built : thickset
: close-packed with units or individuals
: in a thick manner : thickly
: the most crowded or active part
: the part of greatest thickness
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