contretemps
noun as in strong fondness
Word Combinations
Example:A sudden rainstorm was a contretemps at the outdoor party.
Definition:an unfortunate incident.
From contretemps
Example:He got caught in a contretemps when he accidentally spilled coffee on the boss’s presentation.
Definition:to be caught in an awkward or uncomfortable situation.
From get caught in a contretemps
Example:A contretemps occurred during the meeting, and they had to delay the agenda.
Definition:an unfortunate incident happened.
From a contretemps occurred
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