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encounter

[en-koun-ter] / ɛnˈkaʊn tər /
NOUN
brief or unexpected meeting
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Sanctioned companies could have their assets frozen or encounter difficulties in accessing the international financial system.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Most people encounter ranch mix in its intended form, stirred into mayonnaise or sour cream and served alongside a platter of vegetables.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

The 30-year-old showed no hangover from that performance during his encounter with Cerundolo, as he raced through the opening set and came through a tie-break in the second.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

The electrical field created by the device’s magnetic technology is exponentially greater than anything a shark would encounter naturally, so they instinctively avoid it.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

George sat up quickly, worried about another momma bear encounter, but Owen waved away his concern.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz




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