contretemps (n)

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type n
lex_filenum 04
def an awkward clash
examples he tried to smooth over his contretemps with the policeman
Outgoing links
Hypernym brush, clash, encounter, skirmish
Domain of synset - USAGE plural, plural form
Incoming links
Hyponym brush, clash, encounter, skirmish
Member of this domain - USAGE plural, plural form

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