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Another word for run-in

noun

A discussion, often heated, in which a difference of opinion is expressed:
altercation, argument, bicker, clash, contention, controversy, debate, difficulty, disagreement, dispute, fight, polemic, quarrel, spat, squabble, tiff, word (used in plural), wrangle. (Informal) hassle, rhubarb, tangle. See conflict
A brief, hostile exposure to or contact with something such as danger or opposition:
brush², clash, encounter, skirmish. See touch

verb

see run

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Gibson has had his share of celebrity scandals, including a run-in with police when he was arrested for driving under the influence in 2006.
In the season finale, Tamra had a run-in with one of Simon's biggest supporters, former cast member Jeanna Keough.
Weir led the Atlantis expedition capably until a run-in with Human Form replicators cost her, her life.
Gene has a run-in with some unusual fans when his car breaks down in the desert.
Grylls' run-in with wild horses was staged.

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