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Encounter Definition & Meaning

1. A meeting or interaction with someone or something unexpected.

Example: I had an encounter with a bear while hiking in the woods.

2. A confrontation or conflict with someone or something.

Example: The two rival gangs had a violent encounter in the alleyway.

3. A brief romantic or sexual meeting with someone.

Example: She had a chance encounter with her ex-boyfriend at the coffee shop.

4. A sudden experience or realization.

Example: The encounter with death made him appreciate life more.

5. A meeting or experience with a supernatural or mystical entity.

Example: The protagonist had a terrifying encounter with a ghost in the haunted house.

Examples of the word encounter used in sentences.

  • On my trip to Japan, I encountered many new and exciting foods.
  • I had a terrible encounter with a rude customer at work.
  • Yesterday, I encountered my old friend in the park.
  • He was nervous about his first encounter with the new boss.
  • During my walk, I encountered a cute rabbit hopping around.
  • Last night, I encountered some technical issues while trying to watch a movie online.
  • I never thought I would encounter a new hobby that I enjoyed so much until I tried painting.
  • During my trip to Japan, I had the chance to encounter many new and interesting foods.
  • On my way to work, I encountered a group of protesters marching in the streets.
  • While walking in the park, I encountered an old friend from high school.
  • We had a chance encounter with an old childhood friend while on vacation in Hawaii.
  • During my trip to Europe, I encountered several friendly locals who showed me the best places to visit.
  • The police officer's encounter with the suspect led to a high-speed chase and eventual arrest.
  • After years of trying, I finally encountered success with my new business venture.
  • My sister's encounter with a bear in the woods left her terrified and shaken.
  • During my encounter with the famous author, I learned a lot about the writing process.
  • We were lucky enough to encounter some rare species of birds on our birdwatching trip.
  • During my encounter with the new software, I found it easy to navigate and user-friendly.
  • As a travel blogger, I often encounter different cultures and customs that fascinate me.
  • My encounter with the wild bear in the forest was both terrifying and exhilarating.
  • As a teacher, I frequently encounter students who struggle with confidence and need extra support to succeed.
  • As a scientist, I was thrilled to encounter a rare species of bird on a research trip to the Amazon rainforest.
  • During my travels in Japan, I encountered many friendly locals who were eager to help me navigate the city.
  • After years of avoiding each other, my high school sweetheart and I had an unexpected encounter at a mutual friend's wedding.
  • The hiker's encounter with a grizzly bear in the wilderness left him shaken but thankful to have escaped unharmed.
  • My encounter with the famous artist left me speechless and inspired me to pursue my own creative passions.
  • When I accidentally encountered my ex-partner at a social event, it was a difficult and awkward encounter that left me feeling unsettled.
  • The book I recently read provided a unique and thought-provoking encounter with a different culture and way of life.
  • During my first encounter with the new team at work, I was struck by their dedication and enthusiasm.
  • As a seasoned traveler, I have encountered all sorts of challenging situations during my journeys.
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