intermediaries
Example Sentences
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He denied on Sunday that Iran was negotiating with the United States, saying they were merely "exchanging messages" via intermediaries.
From Barron's ● Aug. 9, 2026
The fact that the money goes through intermediaries doesn’t change the fundamentals of the arrangement.
From Slate ● Aug. 3, 2026
At the same time, Tehran said diplomatic messages were still being exchanged by both sides through intermediaries, despite a collapse of a ceasefire.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
U.S. banks act as intermediaries when two banks lack direct accounts, or when a widely traded currency—typically the dollar—is needed to bridge the exchange of less common currencies.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
“Many people make somewhat similar estimates, and are surprised to learn that only five intermediaries will — on average — suffice. Somehow it does not accord with intuition.”
From "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
