run-in

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Similarly, the warmer temperatures have compelled outdoor enthusiasts to hit the trails, increasing the odds of a run-in with the serpents.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

And Falkirk are all but assured the final available top-six place and would probably host Hearts during the run-in.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

Pep Guardiola is hoping two rare free midweeks will refresh his "exhausted" Manchester City squad for the Premier League title run-in after beating Fulham 3-0 on Wednesday.

From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026

The native New Yorkers first met in 1986 when Witkoff bought Trump a ham and cheese sandwich during a late-night run-in at a deli.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 2025

The cap’n sat at the foot of Pap and Ma’s bed and said, “I’m sure sorrowed to hear ’bout Big Charlie’s run-in with that ax.

From "The Journey of Little Charlie" by Christopher Paul Curtis