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noun

Definition of intermediatesnext
plural of intermediate
as in mediators
one who works with opposing sides in order to bring about an agreement she often used her father as an intermediate in arguments with her mother

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verb

present tense third-person singular of intermediate
as in intervenes
to act as a go-between for opposing sides if the secretary-general chooses to intermediate in this dispute, he'll need all of his diplomatic skills just to get both sides in the same room

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  1. mediators
  2. intervenes
  3. brokers
  4. middlemen
  5. ambassadors
  6. agents
Noun
  • These specialized pro-resolving mediators include resolvins, lipoxins, protectins and maresins, which have potent anti-inflammatory effects that help inflamed tissues return to normal once the need for an inflammatory response is over.
    Sandee LaMotte, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Another official familiar with the negotiations confirmed that Qatari mediators have reengaged in the talks.
    Michael D. Carroll, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of mediators
Verb
  • Ken Glueck, an executive vice president at Oracle, told Forbes the company plans to cease hosting this information on January 19, unless the legislature or a court intervenes to prevent the law from going into effect.
    Emily Baker-White, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
  • An angry mob confronts her, nearly stoning her, but Joseph intervenes and helps her escape.
    Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of intervenes
Noun
  • No investor, from individuals to institutions, wants to be dependent on a dwindling number of brokers for bonds.
    Barnet Sherman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Futures contracts are available on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) and can be accessed through brokers such as Charles Schwab and Interactive Brokers.
    Jaime Catmull, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of brokers
Noun
  • By eliminating the middlemen, blockchain enables direct transactions between parties, reducing unnecessary fees and lowering consumer energy prices.
    Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Retailers must pay steep fees to these middlemen and often have no choice but to hold large amounts of cash in-store while waiting for a pickup.
    Joe Arrage, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of middlemen
Noun
  • Are your employees enthusiastic ambassadors for your brand?
    Anna Convery-Pelletier, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The agency’s framework allows small businesses to transition into a sustainable model where customers are incentivized to become brand ambassadors through reviews.
    Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of ambassadors
Noun
  • The business, which is today announcing a $16 million Series A funding round, has developed AI agents that companies can put to work in their business to identify where AI could drive efficiency, productivity and value, and then to actually implement the technology.
    David Prosser, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Ever curious, Rogers is unlike many players who leave the business of arbitration solely to their agents.
    Cody Stavenhagen, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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