

I encountered an old friend at the store.
To meet someone or something unexpectedly.
I encountered a problem while working on my project.
She encountered a stray dog on her walk.
They encountered heavy traffic on the way to the airport.
encounter difficulties
encounter challenges
encounter issues
meet
come across
run into
Our encounter was surprising and pleasant.
A meeting or experience with someone or something.
I had a brief encounter with an old friend.
Their encounter at the park was unexpected.
She described her encounter with the wildlife as magical.
chance encounter
unexpected encounter
brief encounter
meeting
interaction
experience