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to meet (by chance); to come across; to run across; to encounter; to happen upon
to meet (e.g. of rivers, highways, etc.)
to emerge and engage (an enemy)
いい音楽に出あうと心が豊かになる。
Encountering good music enriches the heart.
散歩中に珍しい花に出あった。
I came across an unusual flower while walking.
この街で多くの友達に出あえた。
I was able to meet many friends in this town.