encounter
/ɪnˈkaʊntər/
verb
- To meet or experience something, especially something unexpected or difficult.
- During the hike, we encountered a deer standing in the middle of the trail.
- She encountered many problems while trying to start her own business.
- The team encountered strong resistance from the opposing players.
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noun
- An unexpected or unplanned meeting with someone or something.
- Her first encounter with snow was magical.
- My encounter with a famous author at the bookstore was a complete surprise.
- The two soldiers had a brief encounter on the battlefield.
- A meeting that is hostile or involves conflict.
- The encounter between the rival gangs lasted only a few minutes.
- The police had a violent encounter with the armed robbers.
- He described his encounter with the bear as terrifying.
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