intercede
Americanverb (used without object)
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to act or interpose in behalf of someone in difficulty or trouble, as by pleading or petition.
to intercede with the governor for a condemned man.
- Synonyms:
- intervene
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to attempt to reconcile differences between two people or groups; mediate.
- Synonyms:
- intervene
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Roman History. (of a tribune or other magistrate) to interpose a veto.
verb
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(often foll by in) to come between parties or act as mediator or advocate
to intercede in the strike
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Roman history (of a tribune or other magistrate) to interpose a veto
Other Word Forms
- interceder noun
- preintercede verb (used without object)
Etymology
Origin of intercede
From the Latin word intercēdere, dating back to 1570–80. See inter-, cede
Example Sentences
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As real-life danger threatens the brave young heroes, supernatural forces will intercede in their defense.
From Los Angeles Times
Navarro continued keeping Farrell at arm's length until others interceded and shuffled him away.
From Salon
At this point, military chiefs decided to call on family members to intercede.
From BBC
I disputed the charge, but Wells Fargo repeatedly denied my claim, even when I asked the Better Business Bureau to intercede.
From New York Times
Four probation officers standing around the perimeter of the room can be seen watching and do nothing to intercede.
From Los Angeles Times
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