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run-in

[ruhn-in] / ˈrʌnˌɪn /
NOUN
argument
Synonyms
STRONGEST
altercation confrontation falling-out quarrel skirmish tussle
STRONG
bickering brush contretemps dispute encounter fight hassle row set-to
Antonyms
STRONGEST
agreement peace
WEAK
harmony
VERB
arrest
Synonyms
WEAK
apprehend bust collar cop detain handcuff jail nab pick up pinch pull in put the cuffs on take into custody throw in jail
Antonyms
WEAK
exonerate free let go
run in
VERB
arrest
Synonyms
WEAK
apprehend bust collar cop detain handcuff jail nab pick up pinch pull in put the cuffs on take into custody throw in jail
Antonyms
WEAK
exonerate free let go

Example Sentences

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Similarly, the warmer temperatures have compelled outdoor enthusiasts to hit the trails, increasing the odds of a run-in with the serpents.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Meanwhile, it would seem like West Ham are the most likely to be relegated as not only do they currently sit in the bottom three, they also have the toughest run-in of the four sides.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

With this police run-in, Country Joe and the Fish received a slew of press, riling up the public ahead of their Woodstock performance.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026

"This title run-in is going to be epic."

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

Shaking my head to rid myself of the storm cloud that seemed to have settled around my shoulders ever since my run-in with Little Miss Fitz, I hurried toward the student dorms.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin