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as in intervenes
to act as a go-between for opposing sides
an elder statesman who has interposed a number of times in international conflicts
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as in interrupts
to cause a disruption in a conversation or discussion
I hate to interpose, but could you tell me what you meant by that last remark?
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as in inserts
to put among or between others
a solid line of police in riot gear interposed itself between the trade ministers and the crowd of protesters
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Unless a court intervenes, those protections are now set to disappear in just a few days for Cecilia and hundreds of thousands of other Venezuelans living in the United States.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
4 Sep. 2025 -
In an email, Ratliff said Soliman will remain detained until his trail starts, unless the Board of Immigration Appeals or a federal court intervenes in his case.—
Victoria Moorwood,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
3 Sep. 2025
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This interrupts automatic defensiveness and signals self-possession.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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But Cherry interrupts their twosome and a brawl ensues.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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For this test, a doctor inserts a gloved, lubricated finger into your rectum to feel for swelling, bleeding, and any prostate abnormalities.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
12 Sep. 2025
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A little before that, McElwee inserts an extremely candid interview in which Adrian, who has just gotten out of another rehab program in Colorado, discusses his addiction problems with honesty and intelligence.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2025
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Bárbara, who can see the guests a few feet away, maintains a neutral expression on her face as Solène demands to be spoken to nicely, at which point Jess interferes and tells them to save it for later.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
5 Aug. 2025
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Elsewhere, Morgan interferes when Elliot admits to not being invited to his classmate’s party.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
21 Jan. 2025
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The Source The Canadian Rockies source delivers crisp, natural spring water untouched by unnecessary treatment, while the bottle design introduces a modern convenience that elevates the experience far beyond hydration.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Within this context, Harold, in desperate need of a friend, falls under the sway of Casey, a colleague who introduces him to the weight-lifting lifestyle and, eventually, a reactionary mindset.—
Jeremy Gordon,
The Atlantic,
12 Sep. 2025
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Wang occasionally interjects her own commentary during this section, adding information about the younger Payá’s brief exile from the island.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
19 Nov. 2024
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The voice of her intrusive thoughts interjects sassy commentary throughout.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Oct. 2024
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That communal void is felt by Craig Waterman (Robinson) following the termination of his brief friendship with Austin (Paul Rudd), the cool new neighbor who, in the first act, magically injects Craig’s life with a male friend group, outdoor adventures, jam sessions, and evening hangs.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
12 Sep. 2025
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Miami either beats the Patriots, producing the first win of 2025 at home in a performance that stabilizes this franchise and injects hope into this dejected fanbase.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Interposes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interposes. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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