broker

noun

ˈbrō-kər How to pronounce broker (audio)
Definition of brokernext
1
as in negotiator
one who works with opposing sides in order to bring about an agreement the broker in the hostage situation was a prominent reporter that the gunman felt he could trust

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2
as in seller
the person in a business deal who hands over an item in exchange for money all of the local yacht brokers were at the boat show

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Recent Examples of broker In June, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network issued guidance to help banks spot patterns tied to unlawful employment, labor brokers, shell companies, payroll tax evasion and identity theft. — Richard Escobedo, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 Time’s explainer notes that current law confines claims to importers of record and customs brokers, and that any broad household compensation would likely have to come through a tax credit or dedicated rebate program enacted by Congress. — Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026 When asked about the recent collapse of Situational Awareness, for which JPMorgan was one of the prime brokers, Dimon said the episode demonstrated that markets can absorb its failure without broader disruption. — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026 This level also adds several categories of broker sites to your coverage. — Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for broker
Recent Examples of Synonyms for broker
  1. negotiator
  2. seller
  3. mediator
  4. vendor
  5. intermediary
  6. agent
  7. ambassador
  8. middleman
Noun
  • Paraag Marathe, the San Francisco 49ers’ executive VP of football operations and owner Jed York’s right-hand man and chief contract negotiator for nearly a quarter of a century, is stepping aside to focus on Leeds United and Rangers FC.
    — Matt Barrows, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Today that someone is David Kolen, a thirtysomething labor negotiator from Chicago at Eaux Claires with two friends.
    — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 28 July 2026
Definition of negotiator
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  • That creates sellers who are responding to portfolio construction rather than valuation.
    — Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Greater currency stability gives buyers and sellers more confidence that a valuation agreed today will still hold when a deal closes or an investor eventually exits.
    — Yinka Adegoke, semafor.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of seller
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  • As a mediator in the Orlando area, the majority of my cases in small claims court were related to debt collection cases initiated by debt collectors.
    — Elliot Raphaelson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The administration has been told by regional mediators that a deal between Iran and Oman on the crucial waterway could be finalized in the coming days, the official said.
    — Matthew Lee, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of mediator
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  • Somebody on the vendor side said that if American companies slow down here, somebody else wins.
    — Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Driscoll said this process ensures that these companies, which do not need to have existing contracts but might one day become vendors to the government, will have access to a test range within 30 days of requesting it.
    — Rebecca Schneid, Time, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of vendor
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  • Conventional property transfers usually involve several intermediaries that can range from a variety of agents and banks to a number of title companies, all of which can add time to the closing process.
    — K.H. Koehler, Ascend Agency, 6 Aug. 2026
  • This involves borrowing and lending crypto without relying on a financial intermediary, such as a bank.
    — Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of intermediary
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  • The attorney said the agents cut off the SUV and slammed on their brakes.
    — Adam Thompson, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Anger toward the people who encouraged Beloozerov to pass information to them, and anger toward the agents who killed him.
    — Isabelle Chapman, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of agent
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  • His eponymous brand counted celebrities among its ambassadors, and his designs appeared on red carpets from Los Angeles to Cannes.
    — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Bulgaria has summoned Ukraine's ambassador after a drone entered Bulgarian airspace, the country's public broadcaster BNT reported on Sunday.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of ambassador
Noun
  • Most competitors don’t have their own infrastructure and act more as a middleman between other providers.
    — Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 5 Aug. 2026
  • But to keep his business afloat, Drossos is meticulous about stocking meat items that won’t be wasted and partners with local growers to carry specialty Mexican herbs without cutting a profit to a middleman.
    — Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026
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