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mediate

[mee-dee-eyt, mee-dee-it] / ˈmi diˌeɪt, ˈmi di ɪt /
VERB
try to bring to an agreement
Synonyms
STRONGEST
arbitrate intercede interfere intervene negotiate resolve
STRONG
conciliate deal intermediate interpose moderate propitiate reconcile referee settle umpire
WEAK
act as middle bring to terms go fifty-fifty make a deal make peace meet halfway restore harmony step in strike happy medium trade off
Antonyms
STRONG
refuse
WEAK
argue contend disagree fight

Example Sentences

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Several media reported Trump had sent a 15-point plan to Iran via Pakistan, which has offered to mediate a possible end to the war.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

Axios reported that Turkey, Egypt and Pakistan have been passing messages between the U.S. and Iran over the past two days to try to mediate a resolution.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

China will send a special envoy to mediate in the Middle East, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

UN officials have called for an immediate de-escalation of the fighting, while Iran, which shares borders with both nations, has offered to mediate.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

With Jamie’s help, I learned different breathing exercises and ways to use guided imagery to help prevent and mediate my anxiety.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad