intervene

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It’s not a new PBS project—the organization Craft in America was founded more than 20 years ago in Los Angeles, and there have been various specials presented in the intervening years.

From The Wall Street Journal

Event security staff became aware of a disturbance in the trees and were able to intervene and lead the distressed victim away to safety.

From BBC

"This government is stepping in sooner - backing teachers, calling out misogyny, and intervening when warning signs appear to stop harm before it starts."

From BBC

The group included railway worker Samir Zitouni, who was hailed for his efforts to save passengers, train driver Andrew Johnson, and Stephen Crean, who was stabbed in the hand when he intervened.

From BBC

Mr Pierce added: "Over-reliance on automation and failure to intervene when clear harm indicators are present exposes consumers to unnecessary risk."

From BBC