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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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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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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
CNN Money, 26 Feb. 2026
If the florals aren’t convincing enough, the base is grounded with patchouli and pink pepper for a spicy meets woody element that balances any overarching fruity sweetness.
—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
The Key Club, with core values of leadership, character building, caring and inclusiveness, meets every other Tuesday during lunch on campus.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
House Judiciary Non-Civil Committee meets to discuss House Bill 894, which would allow courts to review and resentence certain cases where the punishment of life without parole was imposed.
—Adam Beam, AJC.com, 25 Feb. 2026
As fireworks prepare to mark the nation's 250th anniversary this July, Georgia once again sits at the crossroads of national politics — a state where presidential rhetoric meets lived reality.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
Facebook Presents Stand-up Comedy—Facebook is excited to present an unforgettable evening of stand-up comedy, where the global stage meets the comedy stage!
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2026
Two-day region meets are Friday and Saturday.
—Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Feb. 2026
As the sensitive Pisces Moon meets romantic Venus, we may be drawn to kindness, simple pleasures, and smoothing rough edges.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 18 Feb. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026
This campaign brings the collection’s theme to life through a fresh, fashion-meets-pop-culture lens.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
The dimensional blonde paired with Megan's sweet-meets-sexy yellow polka dot outfit conjures up visions of patio happy hours, hanging out by the pool, or hitting up your local amusement park or county fair for some cotton candy and a spin around the ferris wheel.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 23 Feb. 2026
Young especially keeps up, attending a handful of meets each year.
—Steve Brand, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
Come for the stecca bread, a rustic focaccia-meets-baguette baked fresh each morning.
—Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
Upon first sniff you’re met with a bright, effervescent citrus-meets-floral scent with a sparkly element.
—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 21 Feb. 2026
Beyond the studio, CYE’s first year has been packed with variety-show appearances, photoshoots, fan meets, performance schedules, and now concert rehearsals.
—Rebecca Cairns, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026
There’s the handmaid Hermine (Birgit Minichmayr, in Sally-Bowles-meets-German-expressionist makeup and hair), now working as a housekeeper in the Vienna hotel Báthory returns to.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 18 Feb. 2026
Verb
Then, when a child returns to the clinic a year later, the coordinator meets with them again.
—CNN Money, 26 Feb. 2026
If the florals aren’t convincing enough, the base is grounded with patchouli and pink pepper for a spicy meets woody element that balances any overarching fruity sweetness.
—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
The Key Club, with core values of leadership, character building, caring and inclusiveness, meets every other Tuesday during lunch on campus.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
House Judiciary Non-Civil Committee meets to discuss House Bill 894, which would allow courts to review and resentence certain cases where the punishment of life without parole was imposed.
—Adam Beam, AJC.com, 25 Feb. 2026
As fireworks prepare to mark the nation's 250th anniversary this July, Georgia once again sits at the crossroads of national politics — a state where presidential rhetoric meets lived reality.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
Facebook Presents Stand-up Comedy—Facebook is excited to present an unforgettable evening of stand-up comedy, where the global stage meets the comedy stage!
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2026
Two-day region meets are Friday and Saturday.
—Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Feb. 2026
As the sensitive Pisces Moon meets romantic Venus, we may be drawn to kindness, simple pleasures, and smoothing rough edges.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 18 Feb. 2026
Noun
Dinner here is an event, with a Mediterranean-meets-California menu.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026
This campaign brings the collection’s theme to life through a fresh, fashion-meets-pop-culture lens.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
The dimensional blonde paired with Megan's sweet-meets-sexy yellow polka dot outfit conjures up visions of patio happy hours, hanging out by the pool, or hitting up your local amusement park or county fair for some cotton candy and a spin around the ferris wheel.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 23 Feb. 2026
Young especially keeps up, attending a handful of meets each year.
—Steve Brand, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
Come for the stecca bread, a rustic focaccia-meets-baguette baked fresh each morning.
—Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
Upon first sniff you’re met with a bright, effervescent citrus-meets-floral scent with a sparkly element.
—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 21 Feb. 2026
Beyond the studio, CYE’s first year has been packed with variety-show appearances, photoshoots, fan meets, performance schedules, and now concert rehearsals.
—Rebecca Cairns, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026
There’s the handmaid Hermine (Birgit Minichmayr, in Sally-Bowles-meets-German-expressionist makeup and hair), now working as a housekeeper in the Vienna hotel Báthory returns to.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 18 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for meets
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There will be five roster spots up for grabs, with one likely secured by whomever Dallas selects with its lottery pick, but there’s room for Bagley, especially as an emergency center option in case Dallas encounters more injury misfortune.—
Mike Curtis,
Dallas Morning News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Anyone who encounters a sick, injured or dead marine mammal is asked to call the NOAA Fisheries West Coast Region stranding hotline at (866) 767-6114.—
Carlos E. Castañeda,
CBS News,
25 Feb. 2026
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After hosting America's allies, Xi Jinping will host the American president, reinforcing China's narrative that global diplomacy still converges on Beijing.—
Dewardric L. McNeal,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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Hunter Wendelstedt converges with his fellow umpires.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2026
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The United States finds itself in a precarious position, one that demands urgent attention from every citizen.—
Les Rubin,
Boston Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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Namken finds a gap in centerfield for a single, bringing up Cotton, who flies out to deep center.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
24 Feb. 2026
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The legislation fulfills one of Sonko’s campaign promises and now needs to be passed in the National Assembly, where Sonko’s PASTEF party is in control.—
Ope Adetayo,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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In 2018, Gavin wins the race to become California governor and fulfills his father’s dream (Bill ran twice for office, unsuccessfully).—
Helen Lewis,
The Atlantic,
24 Feb. 2026
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Under the leadership of coach Javier Mascherano, Miami faces a new season with a mix of experience and youth.—
Jad El Reda
Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2026
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Fifty-year-old Daniel Taylor, a professor of marketing and supply chain management at the university’s Rawls College of Business, faces a charge of conspiracy to distribute or possess with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to the statement.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Feb. 2026
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Follow the directions in the kit that includes a putty that matches the color of your flooring.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
23 Feb. 2026
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Unlike past scams, the logos and branding often look authentic and the wording matches the airline’s usual communication style, according to readyjetroam.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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No villain stands at the center of the film, only processes and protocols.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
25 Feb. 2026
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The torque-to-weight ratio stands at approximately 5 N·m/kg, enabling powerful yet agile motion.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Feb. 2026
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The event pays tribute to Air Force Master Sgt.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Feb. 2026
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The general public pays more for goods and services without the cheap labor of immigrants.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Meets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meets. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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