The island has had several 'close encounters' with major hurricanes in recent years.
They had a 'romantic encounter' [=a brief romantic relationship] several years ago.
Two protesters were arrested during an 'encounter' [='clash'] with police.
(..) You invited them. Please, come in. VAN HOUTEN: You know why I left America, Lidewij. To never have to encounter Americans. You're American. VAN HOUTEN: incurably so. Get rid of them. LIDEWIJ: I will not (..)2014 The Fault in Our Stars