Thesaurus results for MEDIATOR

mediator

noun

ˈmē-dē-ˌā-tər

Definition of mediator

as in negotiator

one who works with opposing sides in order to bring about an agreement if you two cannot resolve this argument on your own, we'll have to bring in a mediator

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Recent Examples of mediator The system brings together the electrodes, a redox mediator, the solvent environment, and the operating configuration. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026 The mediator does an intense workout taking the offers and counteroffers between the parties, up and down an elegant staircase that separates the teams. — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2026 Finally, the United States and the other mediators must work to ensure that both sides abide by their obligations under the October 2025 cease-fire and should be prepared to impose consequences for noncompliance. — Khaled Elgindy, Foreign Affairs, 8 Oct. 2026 Then, federal mediators would get involved, and binding arbitration could force a contract on a business and its workers. — Editorial Board, Washington Post, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mediator

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Noun

Jose Torres, Calvo’s chief of staff, a Hialeah police officer and the city’s lead negotiator, eventually told the firefighters’ union that the administration’s proposal was its best and final offer.

— Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2026
Christina Hajagos-Clausen, director for the textile, garment, shoe and leather sector at IndustriALL, a negotiator for the Accord, said that the organization is pleased to see Hugo Boss back in the Pakistan agreement.

— Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of negotiator

Noun

Lee, resplendent in a bright orange and blue pinstriped suit with matching hat, stood from his front-row seat, seemingly serving as conciliator.

— Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026
Newsom, who is a potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidate, has been taking heavy criticism from within his own party over his efforts — in part through his new podcast — to cast himself in the role of conciliator.

— Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 13 June 2025

Definition of conciliator

Noun

In another instance, Binger reports that an African intermediary placed varied lengths of straw on the ground to indicate the distances between localities in the Kong region.

— Thomas J Bassett, The Conversation, 29 Oct. 2026
Aon is increasingly positioning itself not simply as a broker connecting companies with existing insurers, but as an intermediary helping create new pools of capital to absorb complex risks.

— Contessa Brewer, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of intermediary

Noun

Ford, 54, is a former social studies teacher and real estate broker who has served in the Illinois state house since 2007.

— Gregory Royal Pratt, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2026
DeleteMe zaps your listings from data brokers, leaving you refreshed, unbothered, and in your lane, and saves you 20% with coupon code PCMAG.

— K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of broker

Noun

Under Milei and Lula, Argentina and Brazil have had a rocky relationship, which took a decisive turn for the worse in July when Brazil recalled its ambassador to Argentina after Milei insulted Brazilian officials while in the country.

— Eléonore Hughes, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2026
Earlier this month, Gymshark — which is currently making a push into pilates — announced Megan Thee Stallion as its first brand ambassador.

— Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of ambassador

Noun

Raman political strategist Jeff Millman told The Times on Monday that Cheng, who served as a liaison between the campaign and various digital content creators, had been terminated.

— David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026
However, Central Florida election supervisors are not reporting any problems with their local postal service liaisons.

— Christie Zizo, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of liaison

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