chat up »
In a friendly, open, or casual manner, sometimes also in a charming or affected manner, usually to curry favor, and sometimes flirtatiously with the intention of establishing a romantic or sexual encounter or relationship with that person.
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close shave »
A near accident or mishap; a dangerous or risky encounter or incident.
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come on »
To encounter, discover; to come upon.
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date with destiny »
An inevitable future event or encounter, especially one which is likely to be momentous.
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hit a snag »
To encounter an unexpected problem or delay.
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on the make »
Actively seeking a romantic encounter or relationship.
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one-night stand »
A single sexual encounter between two individuals, where at least one of the parties has no immediate intention or expectation of establishing a longer-term sexual or romantic relationship. As the phrase implies, the relationship lasts for only one night.
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run up against »
Begin to encounter problems with someone or something.
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standard fare »
Something which is normal, routine, or unexceptional; something which is commonly provided or encountered.
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when it rains, it pours »
If a person encounters bad luck, more bad luck will follow.
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