as in referees
a person who impartially decides or resolves a dispute or controversy
usually acts as umpire in the all-too-frequent squabbles between the two other roommates
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as in judges
to give an opinion about (something at issue or in dispute)
in our family disputes regarding the use of our home entertainment system are umpired by Dad
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Recent Examples of umpires
Cbs New York Team, CBS News, 7 May 2026
Along with those changes, umpires have also become more accurate than ever.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
The umpires are doing their job.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 6 May 2026
Saarloos argued with multiple umpires, then went back to the dugout to grab a leather bag before making a slow walk to the exit in center field.
—Jim Barnes
may 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 May 2026
The umpires asked the grounds crew to tarp the field, which drew the ire of Quatraro as both teams retreated to the clubhouse.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
Gilbert argued that none of the three umpires made the out signal on the ball hit to left.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 23 Apr. 2026
Two umpires from the Japanese Table Tennis Association judged the games.
—Matt O’Brien, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Ace changed that by competing under official rules set by the International Table Tennis Federation, with licensed umpires overseeing matches.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Noun
The homer, which snuck just inside the foul pole in right field, was upheld after being reviewed by umpires.
—Cbs New York Team, CBS News, 7 May 2026
Along with those changes, umpires have also become more accurate than ever.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
The umpires are doing their job.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 6 May 2026
Saarloos argued with multiple umpires, then went back to the dugout to grab a leather bag before making a slow walk to the exit in center field.
—Jim Barnes
may 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 May 2026
The umpires asked the grounds crew to tarp the field, which drew the ire of Quatraro as both teams retreated to the clubhouse.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
Gilbert argued that none of the three umpires made the out signal on the ball hit to left.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 23 Apr. 2026
Two umpires from the Japanese Table Tennis Association judged the games.
—Matt O’Brien, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Ace changed that by competing under official rules set by the International Table Tennis Federation, with licensed umpires overseeing matches.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
Verb
For the first time in the big leagues, umpires’ ball and strike calls can be challenged and either upheld or overturned after a quick review of the pitch data.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for umpires
Noun
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Over days, referees compared petition signatures against photocopies — generally years-old signatures from when voters first registered.—
Adam Davis,
New York Daily News,
14 May 2026
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After a long video review, the referees apparently couldn’t confirm that Manson actually landed the butt-end.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
Verb
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American Idol judges Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan reacted to Seacrest’s on-air announcement with a mix of shock and confusion.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
6 Apr. 2026
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In episode three, Mary judges Eleanor pretty harshly for her choices with Robert.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Deborah decides to apologize to Kelly at a restaurant, with hopes of getting the outfit.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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What California decides — and when — will matter at the national level.—
Ana Ceballos
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
Verb
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The general election determines officeholders for statewide positions, including for Georgia governor and lieutenant governor, both of which have no incumbents running.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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If Hoskins determines that the referendum does not qualify for the ballot, that decision is also poised to spark another round of legal battles to decide the fate of the campaign.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
Verb
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The agreement also settles two other disputes that have bogged down the case with appeals.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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The Moon settles into your 4th House of Home, where honesty builds trust quickly.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Umpires.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/umpires. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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