Chance On (Verb)
Meaning
Find unexpectedly; "the archeologists chanced upon an old tomb"; "she struck a goldmine"; "The hikers finally struck the main path to the lake".
Classification
Verbs of buying, selling, owning.
Examples
- While rummaging through the attic, she chanced upon an old family album filled with forgotten memories.
- The researchers stumbled upon a groundbreaking discovery that would change their field forever.
- During the excavation, the team chanced upon a well-preserved ancient city hidden beneath the sand.
- The hikers finally chanced upon a small stream that would lead them back to their campsite.
- While browsing through a vintage bookstore, he chanced upon a rare edition of his favorite novel.