1en·coun·ter 
/ɪnˈkaʊntɚ/ verb
en·coun·ters; en·coun·tered; en·coun·ter·ing /ɪnˈkaʊntɚ/ verb [+ obj] 1 : to have or experience (problems, difficulties, etc.)
▪ We encountered problems early in the project. ▪ The pilot told us that we might encounter turbulence during the flight. ▪ Her suggestion has encountered a lot of opposition. 2 formal : to meet (someone) without expecting or intending to
▪ I encountered [=ran into] an old friend on a recent business trip.
▪ We encountered problems early in the project. ▪ The pilot told us that we might encounter turbulence during the flight. ▪ Her suggestion has encountered a lot of opposition.
▪ I encountered [=ran into] an old friend on a recent business trip.
