as in mediator
one who works with opposing sides in order to bring about an agreement
eventually, they hired an intercessor, because they were getting nowhere on their own
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The film presents a fresh perspective on the history of American and Japanese relations, exploring how sports serve as a cultural mediator, and examining the bond that baseball forged between the two countries.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
22 Oct. 2025 -
Bell designated himself the mediator earlier this month.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
20 Oct. 2025
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Need to know China swaps out WTO negotiator.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
22 Oct. 2025
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In the years that followed, the city lost its labor negotiator and, later, the assistant city attorney who worked on the negotiations.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
21 Oct. 2025
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Target used an intermediary to purchase garments from KOA Modas, a spokesperson told CNN.—
Ladan Anoushfar,
CNN Money,
18 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, Russia has also conveyed messages from Israel to Iran aimed at easing tensions, highlighting Moscow’s role as a key intermediary in regional diplomatic dynamics.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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The leaders of two superpowers, once locked in a Cold War confrontation, became peacemakers.—
Kathleen Collins,
Twin Cities,
26 Oct. 2025
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This led to both Asuka and Sane attacking Ripley before Sky attempted to play peacemaker.—
Fernando Quiles Jr,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Oct. 2025
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Bieber’s close friend Kendall Jenner has been open about her own struggles with acne—recently, becoming an ambassador for Therabody’s new LED mask, the TheraFace Mask Glo.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
26 Oct. 2025
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Prior to Saturday’s game, the Jonas Brothers — who serve as Stand Up To Cancer ambassadors — shared their gratitude for being part of the event.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
26 Oct. 2025
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In a market defined by frequent ups and downs, brokers say the current upswing presents an opportunity for both buyers and sellers.—
Robert Frank,
CNBC,
25 Oct. 2025
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Great commercial real estate brokers do the same.—
Allen Buchanan,
Oc Register,
25 Oct. 2025
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The government established a liaison office at the prime minister’s office to coordinate the response.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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Regardless, at least at the time of publication, Ingrassia remains the White House’s liaison with the Department of Homeland Security after being moved in February from the Department of Justice following problems with Attorney General Pam Bondi’s chief of staff.—
Naomi Lim,
The Washington Examiner,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Intercessor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intercessor. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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