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as in encounters
to come upon face-to-face or as if face-to-face
we never once met another car on that lonely country road
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2
as in converges
to come together into one body or place
we'll meet for dinner, with a discussion to follow, next week
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3
as in finds
to come upon unexpectedly or by chance
met her future husband at a party
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as in fulfills
to do what is required by the terms of
a financially struggling city trying to meet its loans
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as in matches
to produce something equal to (as in quality or value)
I'll meet your bet, nay, I'll even raise it
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as in stands
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
trying to meet the challenge of going to college while working at a full-time job
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as in pays
to give what is owed for
I paid a portion of the long-distance bill to keep my carrier from cutting off service until I can meet the remainder of the charges
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as in tournaments
a competitive encounter between individuals or groups carried on for amusement, exercise, or in pursuit of a prize
a swim meet
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Recent Examples of meets
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
25 June 2026
The change would allow each of the country’s 36 states to create a police force that meets a minimum national requirement while the federal police retains control of counterterrorism, border patrol, organized crime and other national security issues.
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ABC News,
24 June 2026
The flashing is the metal barrier where the roof meets the exterior walls.
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Helen Andriatsitohaina,
The Spruce,
24 June 2026
Venezuela experienced 'doublet sequence' in 2025 Venezuela lies in a seismically active zone where the Caribbean Plate meets the South American Plate.
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Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Fashion meets functionality with these low-profile Puma sneakers, currently on sale for $60.
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Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
24 June 2026
On Tuesday, June 16, the Las Tarascas statue was unveiled where the Crossroads meets the Westside.
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Eric Adler
june 24,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
But the timing of Nelson's departure — after the Texas legislature is already out of regular session — means whoever Abbott appoints can hold the job in an acting capacity until next year, when the legislature meets and votes on a permanent replacement.
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Miles Parks,
NPR,
24 June 2026
Lightweight summer texture meets a structured, work-worthy shape.
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Aemilia Madden,
Vogue,
18 June 2026
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
24 June 2026
Sticky toffee pudding intersects with orange bitters for some sweet-meets-sour interplay, followed by light fruits including plantains and grapefruit candy.
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David Thomas Tao,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
If the film fest is Hollywood, Cannes Lions is much more Wall Street-meets-Las Vegas, with Hollywood and other star power.
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Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
23 June 2026
In the far north of the Roman Empire, this Egyptian-meets-Greek artifact was found, exhibiting just how far the mélange of cultures traveled.
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Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
The damask-meets-floral print is slightly distressed for a vintage look, and there’s visible seaming that gives it texture.
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Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
19 June 2026
This kind of Fred-and-Ginger-meets-Laurel-and-Hardy coordination, and the trust that undergirds it, provides the authenticity in a world of red-nosed artifice.
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Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
14 June 2026
Blueberry buttercream nails are a sweet-meets-chic update to the French manicure.
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Amanda Le,
InStyle,
14 June 2026
Saodimallsu Puff Short-sleeve Cardigan This undeniably adorable puff-sleeve cardigan impressively channels Anthropologie's hard-to-achieve vintage-meets-feminine-meets-modern vibe, but for only $34.
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Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
Verb
Venezuela lies in a seismically active zone where the Caribbean Plate meets the South American Plate.
—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
25 June 2026
The change would allow each of the country’s 36 states to create a police force that meets a minimum national requirement while the federal police retains control of counterterrorism, border patrol, organized crime and other national security issues.
—
ABC News,
24 June 2026
The flashing is the metal barrier where the roof meets the exterior walls.
—
Helen Andriatsitohaina,
The Spruce,
24 June 2026
Venezuela experienced 'doublet sequence' in 2025 Venezuela lies in a seismically active zone where the Caribbean Plate meets the South American Plate.
—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Fashion meets functionality with these low-profile Puma sneakers, currently on sale for $60.
—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
24 June 2026
On Tuesday, June 16, the Las Tarascas statue was unveiled where the Crossroads meets the Westside.
—
Eric Adler
june 24,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
But the timing of Nelson's departure — after the Texas legislature is already out of regular session — means whoever Abbott appoints can hold the job in an acting capacity until next year, when the legislature meets and votes on a permanent replacement.
—
Miles Parks,
NPR,
24 June 2026
Lightweight summer texture meets a structured, work-worthy shape.
—
Aemilia Madden,
Vogue,
18 June 2026
Noun
The lightweight, toner-meets-serum formula also layers in niacinamide and adenosine for anyone chasing a bouncy, healthy glow.
—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
24 June 2026
Sticky toffee pudding intersects with orange bitters for some sweet-meets-sour interplay, followed by light fruits including plantains and grapefruit candy.
—
David Thomas Tao,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
If the film fest is Hollywood, Cannes Lions is much more Wall Street-meets-Las Vegas, with Hollywood and other star power.
—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
23 June 2026
In the far north of the Roman Empire, this Egyptian-meets-Greek artifact was found, exhibiting just how far the mélange of cultures traveled.
—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
The damask-meets-floral print is slightly distressed for a vintage look, and there’s visible seaming that gives it texture.
—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
19 June 2026
This kind of Fred-and-Ginger-meets-Laurel-and-Hardy coordination, and the trust that undergirds it, provides the authenticity in a world of red-nosed artifice.
—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
14 June 2026
Blueberry buttercream nails are a sweet-meets-chic update to the French manicure.
—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
14 June 2026
Saodimallsu Puff Short-sleeve Cardigan This undeniably adorable puff-sleeve cardigan impressively channels Anthropologie's hard-to-achieve vintage-meets-feminine-meets-modern vibe, but for only $34.
—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for meets
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Police have advised that anyone who encounters Dobbins to contact their local law enforcement agency.
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On Election Day, Schlossberg was campaigning out in the rain despite the concerning polls, hearing stories from passersby about their Kennedy encounters over the years and taking selfies with starstruck supporters.
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In the morning, one of the creeks that converges with the Guadalupe on the camp’s 700 or so acres was too high for the older girls who bunk on Senior Hill to cross.
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When the two AIs eventually merge, what converges is identity.
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From fashion finds—like Madewell’s set of soft and simple crewneck T-shirts, a fabulous discovery from senior shopping editor Cortne Bonilla’s keen eye—to home steals, such as marketing and production manager Kasey Busiel’s favorite Brooklinen sheets and Talia Abbas’s Moccamaster coffee maker.
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This revival finds new power in the intimate story of a family learning to love again set against one of the most consequential moments of the twentieth century, as the Nazi regime rises to power and authoritarianism encroaches on daily life.
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Decentralizing from the business frees you to focus on what fulfills your personal purpose, while making your business more attractive to buyers.
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Likewise, Svelta considers that the research process fulfills an important function.
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Saturday is a Gridlock Alert Day in New York City as Panama faces England in the FIFA Men's World Cup in New Jersey.
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Ultimately, healthcare faces crucial decisions regarding computing power, which is becoming as vital as electricity for modern medicine.
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On the other hand, the Sapphire Preferred’s 100,000-point bonus (after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening) matches the all-time best intro bonus for this card.
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When the results came back from a genome sequencing laboratory, they were handed off to FHD Forensics, a company that matches DNA with historical genealogy records to identify unknown human remains.
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Using strobes and a long exposure time to allow the maximum amount of available light to hit his lens, Cooley snags about 50 shots of the 20-foot-tall tree, which stands vigil over a street where nearly all the homes burned.
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Attendees can enjoy lively sets before and after each screening from Cinespia’s signature DJs, along with a free photo booth, a wine bar and concession stands throughout the evening.
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The separation agreement pays Molinar a year of her salary plus other benefits, Geren said.
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Who benefits and who pays for AI progress is a legitimate debate.
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“Meets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meets. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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