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as in mediator
one who works with opposing sides in order to bring about an agreement
it took a friend serving as a buffer between the feuding siblings to get them to speak to one another again
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as in to soften
to lessen the shock of
during my walk an umbrella and thick coat buffered the freezing rain
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Recent Examples of buffer
Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 May 2025
As of April 7, 2025, the buffer and security zones have expanded.
—Chantal Da Silva, NBC news, 4 May 2025
Caitlin Babcock, The Christian Science Monitor, 14 Mar. 2025
The gel-like serum further buffers it with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and squalane for an extra dose of moisture.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The 12-foot elevation guideline is considered a conservative buffer to protect animals and property based on historic flood behavior and forecasted crest levels.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 May 2025
As of April 7, 2025, the buffer and security zones have expanded.
—Chantal Da Silva, NBC news, 4 May 2025
Verb
Tariffs can also discourage innovation by buffering industries from global competition.
—Caitlin Babcock, The Christian Science Monitor, 14 Mar. 2025
The gel-like serum further buffers it with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and squalane for an extra dose of moisture.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for buffer
Noun
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In Congo, where rebels backed by neighboring Rwanda have occupied a border area, U.S. mediators last week convinced both countries to agree in principle to seek a peace deal.—
Ned Temko,
Christian Science Monitor,
1 May 2025
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About a month later, one of two federal mediators assigned to the Starbucks talks was terminated by the Trump administration as part of sweeping cost-cutting actions that have raised concerns among unions and employers that rely on mediation to fend off strikes and settle labor disputes.—
Suhauna Hussain,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Mattress pads help protect your mattress from inevitable bacteria and body oils, as well as add an extra layer of comfort to your bed.—
Izzy Baskette,
People.com,
8 May 2025
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Their advice: Stay on top of your exfoliation with chemical exfoliants, or, right before your makeup, use an exfoliating pad like First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Pads.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
8 May 2025
Verb
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These effects are largely attributed to endorphins, which appear to soften contractions of the uterus that lead to period pain.10 These benefits are best achieved with orgasm, in part because the same muscles used for orgasm also cause period cramps.—
MD Published,
Verywell Health,
15 May 2025
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To soften the booziness, serve your drink over ice.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2025
Noun
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There’s credits, grenades, shield and health kids to scavenge, on top of tons of materials whose inherent value isn’t really made clear at first — or ever, really.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
2 May 2025
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Bar a few second-half touches, there seemed to be an invisible parabolic shield around the edge of Inter’s area.—
Conor O'Neill,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Moreover, by tapping into reserves meant to cushion the impact of recessions or other emergency situations, Newsom and legislators have weakened the state’s ability to cope with genuine economic setbacks or disasters, such as the wildfires.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
9 May 2025
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To many foreign leaders, who grew up in a world cushioned by the postwar alliances and multilateral institutions created by the United States, the president’s approach has landed with the unsettling thud of a predawn visit at the door.—
Mark Landler,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
Noun
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This strategy helps it to bypass intermediaries and boost profit margins along the way.—
Ramsey Qubein,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Still, by cutting loose such on-the-ground intermediaries as MAP, their award-giving will no longer be as decentralized, and some grants will rely on personal invitations.—
Helen Shaw,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Out of the box, users can set up one end on the vehicle bumper and use the long legs to support the other end.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 May 2025
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At impact, the Honda carrying San Nicholas and her passenger, Michael Elwood, became lodged under the fire truck’s front bumper.—
Mike Hendricks,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2025
Noun
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There are plenty of local outfits that will appeal your property tax, including some lenders and real estate brokers.—
LEW SICHELMAN,
Miami Herald,
14 May 2025
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Last year, the council created an Economic Vitality Committee and began listening to business owners, brokers, residents and consultants.—
Belal Aftab,
Mercury News,
13 May 2025
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“Buffer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buffer. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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