Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
run-in
noun
/ˈrʌn.ɪn/
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Definition
A run-in is a disagreement or conflict between people.
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Examples
- After the run-in with his neighbor, he decided to avoid the area.
- She had a run-in with the manager about the policy changes.
- Despite their run-in, they managed to resolve their differences.
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Meaning
It can refer to a brief encounter with someone that leads to an argument or dispute, often considered a negative interaction.
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Synonyms
- confrontation
- dispute
- altercation
- clash
- argument