bang into
The phrase "bang into" describes an unexpected and often forceful collision, typically resulting from a lack of attention.
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Definition
B1General
(informal)To hit or crash into something or someone accidentally.
Example
- I banged into a chair and hurt my leg.
- He banged into me in the corridor.
B2Social
(informal)To meet someone unexpectedly.
Example
- I banged into an old friend at the mall.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "bang into":
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