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Term: Encounter

Definition:

Noun: An unexpected meeting or interaction with someone or something.

Verb: To come across or meet unexpectedly or by chance.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: An unexpected meeting or interaction with someone or something.

Example sentence: During their hike, they had a thrilling encounter with a wild bear.

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Sense 2:

Verb: To come across or meet unexpectedly or by chance.

Example sentence: She hoped to encounter her favorite celebrity at the music festival.

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