third party

NOUN

group other than principals

Synonyms

STRONGEST

mediator

WEAK

arbiter arbitrator minor party third force unbiased observer

Example Sentences

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The firm has said its methodologies are audited annually by an independent third party.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

It’s hard to find an eyewitness or reliable third party who can vouch for what took place between people behind closed doors.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The lawsuits attempted to skirt around Section 230 by suing on the basis of the platform’s internal features, not third party content posted on the platforms.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

We don’t actually know 100% what she/he said or did — only that she reacted strongly and that response was reported to a third party.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

The third party he presumed responsible was the United States government.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady