as in negotiators
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 mediators
The latest were held inside the residence of the Omani envoy to Geneva, with the two sides apparently meeting separately with mediators.
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Jamey Keaten, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
As stated, this proposal was presented by the mediators, who are some of the most respected and experienced neutral negotiators, after months of bargaining.
—John Dias, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
Before the 12-day Iran-Israel war in June, Tehran and Washington had gone through five rounds of negotiations, where Omani mediators shuttled between US and Iranian delegations.
—Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison’s office, which regulates charities, became involved in discussions and assisted with finding mediators.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 30 Jan. 2026
Consensio research into conflict at work found that employees trained as workplace mediators often become advocates for healthier ways of working, helping to shift organizational culture.
—Anna Shields, Forbes.com, 19 Jan. 2026
Committee members also include a diplomat from Qatar, an intelligence chief from Egypt and Turkey’s foreign minister — all countries have been ceasefire mediators — as well as a Cabinet minister for the United Arab Emirates.
—Natalie Melzer, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2026
Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, the mediators of the cease-fire deal, in a joint statement shared after Witkoff’s update, announced that the committee will be headed by Ali Shaath, a former deputy minister in the Palestinian Authority.
—Olivia-Anne Cleary, Time, 14 Jan. 2026
Police Oversight and Police Department officials will identify cases suitable for mediation and, once a case is referred to the Dispute Resolution Center, mediators will aim to schedule a session within 45 days.
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 12 Jan. 2026
Jamey Keaten, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
As stated, this proposal was presented by the mediators, who are some of the most respected and experienced neutral negotiators, after months of bargaining.
—John Dias, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
Before the 12-day Iran-Israel war in June, Tehran and Washington had gone through five rounds of negotiations, where Omani mediators shuttled between US and Iranian delegations.
—Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison’s office, which regulates charities, became involved in discussions and assisted with finding mediators.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 30 Jan. 2026
Consensio research into conflict at work found that employees trained as workplace mediators often become advocates for healthier ways of working, helping to shift organizational culture.
—Anna Shields, Forbes.com, 19 Jan. 2026
Committee members also include a diplomat from Qatar, an intelligence chief from Egypt and Turkey’s foreign minister — all countries have been ceasefire mediators — as well as a Cabinet minister for the United Arab Emirates.
—Natalie Melzer, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2026
Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, the mediators of the cease-fire deal, in a joint statement shared after Witkoff’s update, announced that the committee will be headed by Ali Shaath, a former deputy minister in the Palestinian Authority.
—Olivia-Anne Cleary, Time, 14 Jan. 2026
Police Oversight and Police Department officials will identify cases suitable for mediation and, once a case is referred to the Dispute Resolution Center, mediators will aim to schedule a session within 45 days.
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mediators
Noun
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This time around in talks with studios, union negotiators will be facing a new but familiar opponent on the other side of the table after longtime studio negotiator Carol Lombardini stepped down.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Aug. 2025
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After all, pharmacy benefit managers — which are the intermediaries between drug manufacturers and patients — collect a big chunk of every dollar spent on medicine without offering much value.—
Washington Post,
Washington Post,
3 Feb. 2026
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Conversations were taking place late on Wednesday night, January 21, with mutual intermediaries working out potential parameters.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Enterprise software, yes, but also financial-transaction processors and rating agencies, real-estate brokers and freight-logistics firms.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
16 Feb. 2026
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At a minimum, brokers and insurers found to have acted in bad faith should be banned from marketplaces and subject to clawbacks.—
Bloomberg Opinion,
Twin Cities,
15 Feb. 2026
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Advertisement Such risks demand international discussion about protecting mediators and peacemakers and preventing similar assaults in the future.—
Galip Dalay,
Time,
6 Jan. 2026
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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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And the desk chairs weave a story of Nevis, adorned with nods to its lush flora and playful green vervet monkeys, the iconic ambassadors of the island.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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In recent years, Bohon became one of 120 ambassadors selected for the #IfThenSheCan exhibit, which encourages girls to pursue careers in STEM.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
15 Feb. 2026
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Eliminating drug-pricing middlemen?—
Ken Alltucker,
USA Today,
16 Feb. 2026
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The tech works quietly in the background, eliminating the need for searching, negotiating, or middlemen.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2026
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As two men face police interrogators, a story emerges of twisted liaisons.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
5 Feb. 2026
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In October 2025, MDC signed an agreement with Chapman Partnership to provide educational pathways for homeless individuals, complete with tutoring, workforce training, and dedicated liaisons.—
Bryan Penprase,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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But beginners and intermediates shouldn’t be intimidated; there are plenty of runs suited for those just starting out, and A-Basin also boasts an excellent Ski and Ride School.—
Abby Price,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Jan. 2026
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In between those two extremes, swooping, panoramic groomers and fun off-piste options speak to cruisy carvers and aspiring intermediates.—
Drew Zieff,
Outside,
21 Nov. 2025
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“Mediators.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mediators. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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