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peacemaker

[pees-may-ker] / ˈpisˌmeɪ kər /


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The defense memo described Zambada as a patriarch — the father of 16 children from multiple women — and a peacemaker who “was known to first seek out other solutions” before resorting to violence.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026

Knight said the deceased "was trying to act as a peacemaker throughout the entirety of this short-lived incident".

From BBC ● Apr. 24, 2026

Abel, originally from the Canadian Prairies, in many ways embodies Buffett’s Midwestern charm and reputation as a folksy peacemaker.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 18, 2026

"It's also strengthened its image. It's been able to project itself as a peacemaker."

From Barron's ● Apr. 14, 2026

Mother, having cast herself in the role of peacemaker, made no headway whatsoever, and the situation finally ended in a draw.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank

Aboard the papal plane on Monday, Leo told reporters: "The Gospel says... blessed are the peacemakers."

From Barron's ● Apr. 14, 2026

That long-ago mishmash of horses, poets and peacemakers seems quaint today.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 23, 2026

Maybe some leaders would consent to a meeting if the board really were composed of “the most prestigious” peacemakers.

From Slate ● Jan. 28, 2026

Sentiments reflected by the peacemakers on the frontlines in this war.

From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2025

Blessed are the peacemakers, Dedd thought, but she couldn’t for the life of her remember what the prize was that had been promised them.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez




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