intervene

Example Sentences

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During the Gulf War, a 1990 vote allowed a US-led coalition to intervene in Iraq, while in 2011 a similar vote permitted NATO's intervention in Libya.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger also recently asked the administration to intervene, a spokeswoman said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

If there is a need for more oil, the agency will intervene and make a suggestion to governments, he said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Cal/OSHA sued the Sheriff’s Department on Jan. 15 and asked a judge to intervene to force the department to hand over the documents.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Kaede wanted to intervene, but she didn’t know what to do.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo