run-in
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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’s not the first time Pelosi has had a run-in with authorities.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 18, 2026
The Arsenal attacker missed part of the domestic season climax through a muscle injury, though he did return in time for the club's run-in as they won the Premier League title.
From BBC ● Jun. 9, 2026
I figured a quarter-million miles was an outside chance, but my run-in with Tightsqueeze McHalfmill has given me confidence.
From Barron's ● May 29, 2026
The minor run-in with Dussel had several repercussions, for which he had only himself to blame.
From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank
It is hoped that a pilot version of the new festival will run in August 2027, and that it will be expanded to include those who consume content as well as those who make it.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
It’s stunning to see a high school kid hit a walk-off home run in a major league park.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2026
So Flippo hightailed it north to run in the far more hospitable 2nd District.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2026
"And while it's true that osteoarthritis can run in families, it doesn't mean there's nothing a person can do to successfully lower their risk of developing it."
From Science Daily ● Aug. 20, 2026
A gust of wind flies in and then two women run in, disheveled and out of breath.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
