Interpose and Stand by

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Interpose verb - To act as a go-between for opposing sides.

Usage example: an elder statesman who has interposed a number of times in international conflicts

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Stand by is an antonym for interpose.

Nearby Words: interposition, interposing

Stand by verb - To give steadfast support to.

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Interpose is an antonym for stand by.

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