
Accost
Aggressive Encounter
Use 'accost' to describe a confrontational or threatening approach by someone.
Walking alone, I felt accosted by the loud and demanding questions.
Unwelcome Surprise
'Accost' often implies an unexpected and unwanted interruption or approach.
Tourists are often accosted by hawkers at popular landmarks.
Personal Space
Using 'accost' suggests invading someone's personal space without consent.
The jaded star was accosted by paparazzi outside the café.
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