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intervention

Definition for intervention

noun as in the act of intervening

noun as in armed interference

Strongest matches

attack, invasion

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US intervention has so far failed to halt the dollar's surge against the peso: the greenback broke through the upper band of the exchange rate on Monday, hitting 1,495 pesos.

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The thieves had tried to set fire to their vehicle outside but were prevented by the intervention of a museum staff-member, it added.

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"Understanding the genetics of early-stage behaviors may help clarify who is at greater risk, opening the door to prevention and intervention strategies."

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The intervention of the museum's staff forced the thieves to flee, leaving behind some of the equipment used in the raid, said the culture ministry in a statement.

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It said the gang had tried to set fire to their vehicle outside but were prevented by the intervention of a museum staff-member.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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