intervene

Example Sentences

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"So, if these accelerated aging changes are occurring early on and setting them on a different trajectory, the goal is to intervene to not only increase their lifespan but improve their quality of life."

From Science Daily

“I intervened, shut the business down and got him into therapy and support for gambling-type behaviors.”

From The Wall Street Journal

“Real life intervenes for Kayce. Unfortunately it happens to so many of us.”

From Los Angeles Times

Another factor may be that China does little to intervene or apply diplomatic pressure in cases where their nationals are kidnapped, according to the analyst.

From BBC

Though, on a show where even “Top Chef” winner Kristen Kish reportedly had to intervene about food quality, that bar is not especially high.

From Salon