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 United States, Qatar, and Egypt have acted as mediators throughout the war, which began in the aftermath of Hamas’s Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attack.
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Mike Brest, The Washington Examiner, 30 June 2025
But Israel will likely be skeptical of China’s neutrality as a mediator, analysts said, citing Beijing’s close ties with Iran and concerns about of provoking the Trump administration.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 23 June 2025
Qatar’s talks between Kinshasa and the M23 are ongoing, and the United States has stepped into the role of mediator between Congo and Rwanda.
—Joshua Z. Walker, Foreign Affairs, 17 June 2025
Conlon is a retired litigator and mediator from the law firm Sidley Austin, a former assistant U.S. attorney turned civil division chief at the U.S. attorney’s office in Chicago, and a trial practice adjunct professor at Northwestern’s law school.
—A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2025
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Mike Brest, The Washington Examiner, 30 June 2025
But Israel will likely be skeptical of China’s neutrality as a mediator, analysts said, citing Beijing’s close ties with Iran and concerns about of provoking the Trump administration.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 23 June 2025
Qatar’s talks between Kinshasa and the M23 are ongoing, and the United States has stepped into the role of mediator between Congo and Rwanda.
—Joshua Z. Walker, Foreign Affairs, 17 June 2025
Conlon is a retired litigator and mediator from the law firm Sidley Austin, a former assistant U.S. attorney turned civil division chief at the U.S. attorney’s office in Chicago, and a trial practice adjunct professor at Northwestern’s law school.
—A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mediator
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Instant settlement on the blockchain for payments and cutting out clearinghouses and other intermediaries is a massive undertaking.—
Steven Dudash,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Prosecutors said Delgado acted as an intermediary to place a nominal owner as the head of Hucel Custom Med Inc., while other co-conspirators coordinated the phony claims for durable medical equipment products that the beneficiaries did not need.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
1 July 2025
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Following President Donald Trump's successful brokering of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, India and Pakistan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, critics say the U.N. secretary-general, António Guterres, could do well to follow Trump's lead as a peacemaker.—
Beth Bailey , David Hammelburg,
FOXNews.com,
28 June 2025
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What’s more, the president now must put his peacemaker moniker in the hands of other countries — not just Iran and Israel.—
Shelby Talcott,
semafor.com,
24 June 2025
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Work with a broker or consultant who specializes in business sales to connect with the right buyers and negotiate favorable terms.—
Lien De Pau,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Reputable third-party companies that specialize in booking DVC stays by acting as brokers between members and outside guests shouldn't be impacted by the update.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
29 June 2025
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Their student ambassador program is growing fast and new Claude Builder Clubs are popping up at universities around the world.—
Dan Fitzpatrick,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Meanwhile, Wednesday saw Kardashian, a Balenciaga brand ambassador, dressed in a white latex Balenciaga dress with matching boot stilettos.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
9 July 2025
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At the meeting, Redwood’s thimerosal presentation faced broad pushback from ACIP liaison members — experts from certain health and medical groups who do not vote but often advise and weigh in on discussions.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
27 June 2025
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Multiple liaison members of the panel, representing outside groups, objected to the committee bypassing the rigorous, usually monthslong CDC systemic review process that studies evidence on the need, impact and feasibility of new recommendations.—
Nicole Brown Chau,
CBS News,
26 June 2025
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But so have the forces pushing patients toward compounding in the first place: brand drugs priced out of reach, limited insurance coverage, and middlemen who distort access.—
Sindhya Valloppillil,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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According to Marcus, Phaedra used a middleman to pay him off with an envelope of cash, which sounds dramatic but, contrary to what Brit said, an anonymous paper trail is probably harder to track these days than using anything electronic.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
30 June 2025
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That’s where Salsbury & Co. becomes a buffer between the business owner and potential liabilities, from misclassifying independent contractors to failing to report on time.—
Rhiannon Frater,
USA Today,
30 June 2025
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Purpose buffers against stress and sharpens leaders' decision-making, along with building more resilience to handle uncertainty, market turbulence, and various other internal challenges.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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The lawsuit alleges negligent infliction of emotional distress and negligence, according to the Connecticut Mirror. Anthony Spinella, her attorney, told the Connecticut Mirror that Ortiz was seeking $3 million in damages.—
Livi Stanford,
Hartford Courant,
6 July 2025
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Upon her release in January 2013, Rachel requested a meeting with her attorney.—
Alex Gurley,
People.com,
6 July 2025
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“Mediator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mediator. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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