as in deciding
to give an opinion about (something at issue or in dispute)
will arbitrate the dispute between the company and the labor union
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Recent Examples of arbitrating
Meanwhile, the leaders reported that the core business of the guild — paying residuals, arbitrating credit disputes, and so on — continues, though the guild’s offices, theater and library remain closed.
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Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
28 Apr. 2026
Its jurisdiction over credits is especially powerful, arbitrating decisions that can shape careers, reputations, and earnings.
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Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
5 Feb. 2026
Volunteers often are needed for low-level jobs that Quimby does willingly, including keeping track of how long a person is taking for a shower, arbitrating the line for use of two bathrooms, and moderating use of washers and driers.
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Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
1 Feb. 2026
The above proposal would incentivize claimants to name the league or the Commissioner as a party to avoid arbitrating in front of the Commissioner.
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Chris Deubert,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
28 Apr. 2026
Its jurisdiction over credits is especially powerful, arbitrating decisions that can shape careers, reputations, and earnings.
—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
5 Feb. 2026
Volunteers often are needed for low-level jobs that Quimby does willingly, including keeping track of how long a person is taking for a shower, arbitrating the line for use of two bathrooms, and moderating use of washers and driers.
—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
1 Feb. 2026
The above proposal would incentivize claimants to name the league or the Commissioner as a party to avoid arbitrating in front of the Commissioner.
—
Chris Deubert,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arbitrating
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In deciding to be cautious in handling two-time All-Star Shane McClanahan’s return to action for the first time since August 2023 by skipping his turn in the rotation, the Rays put some extra work on their relievers by designating Saturday as a bullpen game.
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But being heard is not the same as being placed in the position of deciding between parents.
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But determining how long to keep the money in the account will require some work, as each saver's goals are different.
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If multiple fires are burning at once, real-time data is crucial to determining response.
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Residents gathered Friday in Piute County as the Cottonwood Fire pushed closer, with flames visible in the distance and smoke settling across the valley, to hear updates and discuss emergency response plans, CNN affiliate KSTU reported.
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Breezy and dry conditions will continue across this portion of the West this weekend; however, cooler temperatures will be settling in.
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After Coroner Scott Sayers denied the request, Sherwood successfully appealed to the Office of Open Records, or OOR, a state agency responsible for adjudicating Right-To-Know Law disputes.
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Rather than adjudicating guilt, the filmmakers opted to leave the question of truth open to viewers.
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And as of now, the TCA doesn’t want to appear compromised by accepting sponsorship from the very networks and streamers it’s supposed to be impartially judging.
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Everybody is judging them – even more so in 2026, since referees are wearing cameras on their temples, so the viewing public can see the game from their point of view.
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Velo has already handled over 2 million conversations, resolving 72% of customer needs.
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This line is only for resolving issues of ships or possible incidents so that clarification can be made.
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“Arbitrating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arbitrating. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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