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mediating

VERB

try to bring to an agreement

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arbitrate intercede interfere intervene negotiate resolve

STRONG

conciliate deal intermediate interpose moderate propitiate reconcile referee settle umpire

WEAK

act as middle bring to terms go fifty-fifty make a deal make peace meet halfway restore harmony step in strike happy medium trade off

Antonyms

STRONG

refuse

WEAK

argue contend disagree fight

Example Sentences

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“The controller needs to play a role in mediating or liaising between the two to ensure that there is not duplication of efforts,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

"This brain circuit seems to be mediating the effects of FGF21," Potthoff said.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

Many states seek good relations with both sides to play a mediating role -- hosting talks or brokering the return of children.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

By facilitating dialogue with Taipei’s opposition while mediating the Iran crisis, Beijing is attempting to position itself as a responsible regional stabilizer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

I was not opposing the authorities but mediating between my own people and the men I had so long fought against.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela