run-in
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In his 2025 memoir, “Truly,” Richie recounted a chance run-in with the comedian George Burns at the Polo Lounge.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
In 13 appearances in all competitions, he scored once - against Everton to make a win safe during the title run-in.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
Trump and Cohen broke the ice during a “brief yet significant” run-in at one of Trump’s golf clubs last summer, the New York Times reported.
From Slate ● Aug. 24, 2026
After a rough start, including a run-in with an irritating policeman, she lands at the home of a baker, Osono, who gives her a place to stay in exchange for labor and her delivery services.
From Salon ● Jul. 30, 2026
It would have just reminded her of their run-in with the assistant principal.
From "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson
Also see: The 10-year Treasury is having its worst run in over 100 years.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 19, 2026
Beesley, a documentary filmmaker and avid catfish noodler, had taken a shine to Walters during Mudcats’ run in 2012 and 2013.
From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026
CBS’ “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert,” which ended its 11-year run in May, has won the Emmy in the newly merged variety series category.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2026
The show is scheduled for a three-day run in April.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026
Daniel wanted to stay so much, wanted to catch Pokémon longer, and run in the woods and be with him, that he got angry when his mom said it was time to go.
From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers
