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
Pomerado News, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
For the contemporary era, there are two separate ballots for players and managers, executives and umpires.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Boos rained down upon him before the third inning of Game 7, when umpires allowed Ohtani to throw warmup pitches after the 2-minute, 55-second clock between innings had elapsed.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
This led to a heated interaction between Padres players and the umpires.
—Valentina Martinez, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
This zone is crucial for pitch framing, where catchers use their presentation to influence umpires into calling borderline pitches strikes.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 27 Sep. 2025
That’s no surprise to many, because a player of Trout’s stature gets the benefit of the doubt from umpires.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 24 Sep. 2025
Noun
The game will feature the Poway Padres playing alongside members of the Poway Sheriff’s Station and the Poway Fire Department, with Mayor Steve Vaus and Poway City Council members serving as umpires.
—Pomerado News, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
For the contemporary era, there are two separate ballots for players and managers, executives and umpires.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Boos rained down upon him before the third inning of Game 7, when umpires allowed Ohtani to throw warmup pitches after the 2-minute, 55-second clock between innings had elapsed.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
This led to a heated interaction between Padres players and the umpires.
—Valentina Martinez, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
This zone is crucial for pitch framing, where catchers use their presentation to influence umpires into calling borderline pitches strikes.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 27 Sep. 2025
That’s no surprise to many, because a player of Trout’s stature gets the benefit of the doubt from umpires.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 24 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for umpires
Noun
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Gordon said referees never gave him an explanation.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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This time, however, Barrymore revived the segment with a few additions, most notably a golden ping-pong trophy, sweatbands, and referees Ross Mathews and Sunny Anderson asking all the spicy questions.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The winner was chosen by an independent panel, which each year judges the entries on artistic achievement.—
Thomas Smith,
Billboard,
16 Oct. 2025
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Joining judges Bruno Tonioli, Carrie Ann Inaba and Derek Hough this week is former dancing pro Kym Johnson.—
Brianne Tracy,
PEOPLE,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Major carriers are required to automatically rebook passengers whose flights are canceled at no charge — or refund the airfare if the passenger decides not to accept the new flight.—
Rob Wile,
NBC news,
7 Nov. 2025
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The story follows the complications that arise in female friendships when one of the characters decides to pose for a high school photography project.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The most important factor that determines whether a residential building will be built is the ability to access capital.—
Kim Velsey,
Curbed,
5 Nov. 2025
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The student is an English language learner who has received services for less than two years, and a group of the student’s school educators determines that promotion is appropriate.—
Caroline Beck,
IndyStar,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Users who prefer the safety net offer can bet up to $1,000 on any market and bet a bonus refund if their bet settles as a loss.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Nov. 2025
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Wilmington, North Carolina During the fall months, Wilmington settles into its natural coastal rhythm.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Umpires.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/umpires. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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