stumble across
The phrase "stumble across" is commonly used to describe an unexpected discovery or encounter, often highlighting the element of surprise.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)To discover or find something by accident.
Example
- I stumbled across an interesting article while browsing the internet.
- They stumbled across a beautiful park during their walk.
B2Social
(informal)To meet someone unexpectedly.
Example
- She stumbled across an old friend at the market.
- We stumbled across our neighbors at the concert.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "stumble across":
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