chance (upon) (Meaning)

chance (upon)

to find (something) or meet (someone) by chance

to find (something) or meet (someone) by chance

run into, bump into, run upon,encounter, happen (upon), meet,catch, cross paths (with), stumble (upon), confront

avoid, shake, escape, evade, shun,elude,duck, dodge

I chanced upon an antique vase at the thrift store, its intricate carvings captivating my gaze.

While exploring the forest, we stumbled upon a hidden waterfall, its cascading waters a mesmerizing spectacle.

Serendipitously, I chanced upon a lost kitten in the park, its tiny mews leading us to its anxious owner.

In a bustling city, I had the chance encounter with a long-lost friend, our reunion a testament to fate's capricious ways.