encounter

Example Sentences

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The case likely would have continued to languish if not for the sergeant’s chance encounter with a professor that fall.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

The proposals come as the AI industry faces pressure to share the benefits of the technology with consumers and their advancements encounter pushback from some Americans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Each encounter drains a little more energy and confidence.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

They include Lumas - glowing star-shaped characters that players encounter throughout the game.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

If we didn’t encounter any people, we’d find a cave or sleep in a tree.

From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola