to meet someone unexpectedly · to encounter someone by chance
Imagine you're exploring a bustling market in Rome, and suddenly, you bump into an old friend from college! 🤯 That's when you've 'crossed paths' with someone. This expression is perfect for those unexpected encounters that make your travel stories even more exciting! ✨
💡 **Traveler's Insight!** Using this phrase often makes your stories sound more spontaneous and adventurous than just 'I met someone'. It emphasizes the chance encounter! Remember, you can also 'cross paths' with someone multiple times, not just once. 'We kept crossing paths throughout our trip!' 🌍✈️
When would you most appropriately use the expression 'to cross paths with someone'? A. ✉️ When you schedule a formal business meeting with a colleague. B. 🚶♀️ When you unexpectedly see a distant acquaintance at a café in a foreign city. C. 📞 When you call a friend to make plans for the weekend.