Associations to the word «Contretemps»
Wiktionary
CONTRETEMPS, noun. An unforeseen, inopportune, or embarrassing event; a hitch
CONTRETEMPS, noun. (fencing) An ill-timed pass.
Dictionary definition
CONTRETEMPS, noun. An awkward clash; "he tried to smooth over his contretemps with the policeman".
Wise words
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