Meaning & use
accost
To approach and speak to someone boldly or aggressively, often in an unwelcome or threatening way.
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A stranger accosted her on the street, demanding she hand over her wallet.
Reporters accosted the celebrity with questions the moment she left the building.
A note on using this word
Usually implies the approach is unwanted, aggressive, or intimidating, unlike neutral words like approach.
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