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encounter
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encounter [en′kau̇n·tər]
(physical chemistry)
A group of collisions, each of which consists of two molecules that collide without reacting and do not separate immediately because of the cage of surrounding molecules.


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According to the Associated Press, the report states that the Guardsmen "then began to withdraw to avoid a confrontation.
Patti Salas of the sheriff's hostage negotiating team, who helped him bring the confrontation to a safe end for everyone.
Directed by George Clooney, Good Night and Good Luck is the true story of the confrontation between pioneering U.
 
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