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Wordabulary

encounter

Pronunciation
Verb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

To meet or experience something, often unexpectedly.

"They encountered a family of deer while hiking through the woods."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

meet come across

Antonyms

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Which word fits the gap? "They _____ a family of deer while hiking through the woods."

Answer: encounter

In your own words, what does "encounter" mean?

To meet or experience something, often unexpectedly.

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