Synonyms of in the thick of

in the thick of

phrase

as in among

in or into the middle of

We're in the thick of it and it's too late to back down now.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• among
• through
• amid
• between
• midst
• mid
• betwixt

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• from
• out of

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of in the thick of

The Marlins were open to trading closer Peter Fairbanks, but the asking price increased because Fairbanks has pitched well recently and the team entered play Tuesday in the thick of the National League wild card race at 58-55. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 3 Aug. 2026

As the Skubal trade rumors continue to swirl, expect the Dodgers to be right in the thick of it — even if Friedman downplayed any needs on his roster. — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 31 July 2026

Two years ago, Freeman had the Irish on the doorstep of a national championship, and after a minor setback in 2025, the Golden Domers look to be right back in the thick of things. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 July 2026

Europe might be in the thick of summer, but the Milan Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2027 schedule has already landed. — Ella Graveney, Vogue, 23 July 2026