encounter

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

"Given that cells themselves and their receptors are in constant motion, you can imagine that molecules moving more rapidly would encounter these receptors more often," Stupp said in 2021.

From Science Daily

The malevolent attention paid to Black’s stilted pop song reached levels no internet phenomenon had ever encountered.

From Salon

"I have operated on more than 1,000 patients with kidney diseases, this is the first time that I have encountered this."

From BBC

The SPF also wants better psychological support for officers who routinely encounter traumatic situations, as a way of improving staff welfare and retention.

From BBC

They began their tournament edging past Nepal in a final-ball finish and then lost to West Indies before coming through a nervy encounter with Scotland.

From BBC