when confronted with / (colloquial) despite, against, contrary to / (archaic or law) on the face of

(law) The stage during trial in which the party with the burden of proof presents supporting evidence.

An extended session of lectures or discussions on controversial topics as a form of protest.

An act of betrayal or treachery

(idiomatic) To betray (somebody).

Something that is related or connected to another thing. / An authorized product based on a media property, such as a film or video game, by way of cross-promotion.

(idiomatic, informal) To prove to be useful or helpful.

(modal) Actually.

(idiomatic) An event or achievement which is unpleasant for someone, especially for those who considered it impossible or unwelcome; an annoyance.

(Britain) monkey in the middle