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Present participle for to approach and speak to boldly or aggressively
“Congressman John B. Alley saw two of them accost the president as he walked from the White House to the War Department.”
Present participle for to confront someone in a hostile manner, typically with words
“Rawlings then leaves with his tail in-between his legs, after his attempt to accost the ex-president is met by a repulsive rebuff.”
Present participle for to greet or acknowledge, especially with a wave of the hand toward the forehead
Present participle for to make a concerted or violent attack on
Present participle for to summon or signal (to someone or a vehicle)
Present participle for to move directly towards someone or something in a purposeful or intimidating manner
Present participle for to confront or come up against
Present participle for to make or offer inappropriate proposals or services
Present participle for to deliver a long speech as a complaint, rant or criticism
Present participle for to dispute the validity of
Present participle for to make a (usually formal and extended) speech on a subject
Present participle for to pester or harass (someone) in an aggressive or persistent manner
Present participle for to make a request or suggestion
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