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Definitions

stumble across

VERB
strike
Synonyms
STRONGEST
arrive at catch reach seize take
STRONG
achieve attain effect encounter uncover unearth
WEAK
chance upon come across come upon dig up happen upon hit upon lay bare light upon open up turn up

Example Sentences

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"And if you can stumble across a photo that represents the music and the lyrics, it's really romantic and amazing."

From BBC • Oct. 10, 2025

“I often fantasized that one day my dad would stumble across my face on a magazine cover and be overcome with regret for not getting to know such a wonderful girl,” writes Ione Skye.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2025

Come May in Seattle, you can’t help but stumble across flowers bursting out of every yard.

From Seattle Times • May 18, 2024

In response to a comment, Robinson said he didn't stumble across the image.

From Salon • May 15, 2024

“Unless you stumble across a nest of gator eggs,” Rashawn added.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith