intervenes

Example Sentences

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But it suggested that Beijing views an amphibious assault on Taiwan as risky and likely to fail, particularly if the U.S. intervenes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

“Japan can’t afford tax cuts right now, and unless the BOJ intervenes it is hard to see how yields will normalize,” XTB’s Brooks said.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 20, 2026

Suddenly the moderator intervenes to change the subject.

From BBC • Dec. 19, 2025

Adrian did not go unseen because his school analyzes data, sets goals and intervenes early with incentives and supports.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 26, 2025

“I think what Clara is trying to say,” Dad intervenes, “is that this could be a good opportunity for us as a family.”

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila