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intervention
noun as in the act of intervening
Strongest matches
Strong matches
noun as in armed interference
Weak matches
Example Sentences
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.
The thieves had tried to set fire to their vehicle outside but were prevented by the intervention of a museum staff-member, it added.
"Understanding the genetics of early-stage behaviors may help clarify who is at greater risk, opening the door to prevention and intervention strategies."
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.
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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