Literally means to meet face to face on a narrow path; used to describe an unavoidable confrontation between enemies or rivals.

(idiom) a meeting of strangers by chance, like patches of drifting duckweed coming together on the water

(idiom) People are bound to meet again eventually; used to remark on chance encounters or to advise against burning bridges, as you will likely cross paths with others again.

for people who do not know each other to meet by chance; to meet on the road as strangers

to encounter an adversary in a situation where conflict is inevitable; to meet face to face on a narrow road

To regret that two people did not meet before one or both were already married; used to express the sorrow of a deep connection that cannot be pursued due to marital vows.

a metaphor for a meeting between two soulmates or true friends, or the happy union of a couple