Thesaurus results for GO–BETWEEN

go-between

noun

ˈgō-bə-ˌtwēn

Definition of go-between

as in messenger

one that carries a message or does an errand I won't act as go-between between you and your ex

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as in mediator

one who works with opposing sides in order to bring about an agreement acted as go-between for the two warring nations during the peace process

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Recent Examples of go-between According to Axios, Bondi will be the go-between for the government and the executives on the panel. — Brooke Migdon, PEOPLE, 27 May 2026 Created in the wake of 9/11, 80 fusion centers now pockmark the country and serve as go-betweens for federal intelligence agencies and state and local law enforcement. — Nate Anderson, ArsTechnica, 26 May 2026 The aptly named Connect-OC served as a primary go-between that connected CSUF with the variety of local mental health resources. — Larry D. Urish, Oc Register, 18 May 2026 My experiences as a go-between for my mother taught me to communicate better with my neighbors here in Italy. — Bob Brody, Baltimore Sun, 9 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for go-between

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Noun

The messenger planet will also make an opposition to powerhouse Pluto, suggesting that a significant partnership could potentially challenge your point of view, or plans for the future.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026
In the space of a week, a flaw in a leading bitcoin hardware wallet left users’ funds vulnerable and Russia moved against the founder of a messenger marketed on privacy.

— Susie Violet Ward, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of messenger

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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

Noun

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

Noun

Finalizing a vocal liaison on the third level will be a priority throughout training camp.

— Alec Lewis, New York Times, 31 July 2026
While continuing to lead CSU Sacramento, Wood will serve as a liaison to campus presidents and help guide the system’s work on repatriation, tribal consultation and support for Native students.

— Naomi Taxay, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026

Definition of liaison

Noun

David Luiz, Samuel Eto’o, Andre Schurrle — all these players contributed in some way to Chelsea’s success during the years when various fixers and middlemen were having their palms greased.

— Daniel Taylor, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026
Similarly, the growth of e-commerce reduced the role of some retail middlemen while creating powerful new digital platforms.

— Ifigenia Georgiou, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

Definition of middleman

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It is owned by Ancient Manaagement LLP, which includes yacht broker Burgess and auction house Sotheby’s among its holdings.

— Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
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