chance upon
Example Sentences
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Edel Temple , a special needs assistant at Finn Valley College, told BBC's North West Today radio programme that she chance upon it on social media.
From BBC • Nov. 28, 2023
If they chance upon the foul water, they are set to marry a widow or widower and if they choose the empty dish "the person is destined to be a bachelor or an old maid".
From Salon • Oct. 30, 2023
I happened by chance upon the new “Magpie Murders” on PBS on Sunday night.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2022
Sometimes they chance upon the victim; often they work until their resources and spirits are spent.
From The Guardian • Jan. 16, 2020
"And if our foes should chance upon you nonetheless?"
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
