Adversarial encounter Crossword Clue

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Adversarial encounter Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definition

ENCOUNTER (verb)
1. contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle
2. come upon, as if by accident; meet with
ENCOUNTER (noun)
1. a casual meeting with a person or thing
2. a hostile disagreement face-to-face

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Down

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