as in mediator
one who works with opposing sides in order to bring about an agreement
the former diplomat is coming out of retirement to lend his talents as a peacemaker to these crucial negotiations
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Recent Examples of peacemaker
This isn’t China’s first effort at casting itself as a peacemaker in international conflicts.
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Sophia Saifi, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
China has traditionally sought to emphasize commerce and play peacemaker, avoiding risky involvement in regional conflicts.
—Lyle Goldstein, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
The airborne fistfight took another turn when a fourth passenger, identified as Annette Baker, tried to play peacemaker.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 11 Mar. 2026
But Congo has long been part of a frustrating region for would-be peacemakers and profiteers.
—Nicolas Niarchos, Vanity Fair, 20 Feb. 2026
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Sophia Saifi, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
China has traditionally sought to emphasize commerce and play peacemaker, avoiding risky involvement in regional conflicts.
—Lyle Goldstein, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
The airborne fistfight took another turn when a fourth passenger, identified as Annette Baker, tried to play peacemaker.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 11 Mar. 2026
But Congo has long been part of a frustrating region for would-be peacemakers and profiteers.
—Nicolas Niarchos, Vanity Fair, 20 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peacemaker
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Pakistan had hoped to help finalize the memorandum last week, but the effort did not materialize, and mediators are still working on various proposals, the diplomat said.—
Samy Magdy,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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Putin suggested at the weekend that former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder, who has had close business ties to Russia, could act as a mediator.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 May 2026
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Becky Mitchell, Colorado's lead negotiator, said the Lower Basin plan is a good first step but doesn't do enough to protect Lake Powell.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 May 2026
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Top Ukrainian negotiator Rustem Umerov will meet with US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Miami today to try to revive efforts to end Russia’s war in Ukraine, which have been sidelined by the war in Iran.—
Jennifer Hansler,
CNN Money,
7 May 2026
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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
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The state will select the winner from among Brown and four other finalists in July, and that teacher will serve one year as a state ambassador for teachers.—
Steven Walker,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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The first 70 cars in line will receive free gas courtesy of the film and its ambassadors, with merch also being handed out on-site while supplies last.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
11 May 2026
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The state alleges Netflix then shared or disclosed portions of that information to commercial data brokers and advertising technology firms, allowing the data to be combined with information collected elsewhere online to create detailed consumer profiles.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
11 May 2026
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Together, the movements reflected an apparent effort to insulate some of Iran's remaining military and aviation assets from the expanding conflict, even as officials publicly served as brokers for de-escalation.—
James LaPorta,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
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As a minister and intercessor, Martin was known for leading prayer, teaching Bible study, and guiding followers in cultivating a dedicated prayer life.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Peacemaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peacemaker. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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