encounter
Example Sentences
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An told the podcast that she found the alleged encounter "scary", adding that West did not speak to her before, during or afterwards.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
The classic tale of someone who acted after an everyday encounter comes from Joe Kennedy, patriarch of the political dynasty.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
She said her encounter with the businessman played a part in a decline in her mental health.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
He said his terrifying encounter with California’s most iconic apex predator won’t dim his love of nature.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
Two years had passed since the day I met Frankie, but our first encounter was engraved in my memory like a knife wound.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
Vocabulary lists containing encounter
Against All Odds: Contra and Counter
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"Fears and Phobias," Vocabulary from the article
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Much Ado About Nothing
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