In the presence of somebody
prepositional phrase
Being physically next to or in the same place as somebody, usually when something important happens.
The couple exchanged their wedding vows in the presence of their family and friends.

Often appears as...
- in the presence of witnesses
- in the presence of god
prepositional phrase
Under the watch or supervision of someone, usually an authority figure.
The suspect was interrogated in the presence of a lawyer.

Often appears as...
- in the presence of police
- in the presence of an adult
prepositional phrase
Feeling a strong emotion or sensation as if a spiritual being is nearby.
The monk meditated deeply and felt peaceful in the presence of divine energy.

Often appears as...
- in the presence of the lord
- in the presence of divine
prepositional phrase
Being physically next to or in the same place as somebody, usually when something important happens.
The couple exchanged their wedding vows in the presence of their family and friends.

Often appears as...
- in the presence of witnesses
- in the presence of god
prepositional phrase
Under the watch or supervision of someone, usually an authority figure.
The suspect was interrogated in the presence of a lawyer.

Often appears as...
- in the presence of police
- in the presence of an adult
prepositional phrase
Feeling a strong emotion or sensation as if a spiritual being is nearby.
The monk meditated deeply and felt peaceful in the presence of divine energy.

Often appears as...
- in the presence of the lord
- in the presence of divine
Definition 1 of 3

Physical Proximity
Emphasize being close to someone, especially during significant events.

She received the award in the presence of her proud parents.
Witnessing Events
Used when someone witnesses an event firsthand, confirming its occurrence.

The contract was signed in the presence of all shareholders.
Respect and Honor
Shows respect or honor to someone by acknowledging their attendance.

The performance took place in the presence of the ambassador.
Physical Proximity
Emphasize being close to someone, especially during significant events.

She received the award in the presence of her proud parents.
Witnessing Events
Used when someone witnesses an event firsthand, confirming its occurrence.

The contract was signed in the presence of all shareholders.
Respect and Honor
Shows respect or honor to someone by acknowledging their attendance.

The performance took place in the presence of the ambassador.
Physical Proximity
Emphasize being close to someone, especially during significant events.

She received the award in the presence of her proud parents.
Witnessing Events
Used when someone witnesses an event firsthand, confirming its occurrence.

The contract was signed in the presence of all shareholders.
Respect and Honor
Shows respect or honor to someone by acknowledging their attendance.

The performance took place in the presence of the ambassador.
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