encounter
US /ɪnˈkaʊn.t̬ɚ/
UK /ɪnˈkaʊn.t̬ɚ/
1.
an unexpected or casual meeting with someone or something
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He had a strange encounter with a wild animal in the forest.
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Our first encounter was at a conference.
1.
to meet (someone or something) unexpectedly
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We encountered some difficulties during the project.
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She encountered an old friend at the market.