encounter
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/ɪnˈkaʊntər/
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/ɪnˈkaʊntə(r)/
to face or deal with something difficult or unpleasant
I did not expect to encounter such strong opposition to my idea.
我没想到会遇到对我的想法如此强烈的反对。
to meet or find something new or unexpected
During my research, I was surprised to encounter this rare plant species.
在我的研究过程中,我惊讶地遇到了这种稀有植物物种。
a sudden or unexpected meeting
My first encounter with modern art changed how I see the world.
我与现代艺术的第一次相遇改变了我看待世界的方式。
a sports game or competition
The team prepared carefully for their next encounter with the champions.
球队为与冠军的下一次交锋做了精心准备。
a police shooting of a suspected criminal
The criminal died in a police encounter after refusing to surrender.
这名罪犯在拒绝投降后死于警方的枪战中。