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Verbs of Existence and Action - Verbs for Intervention

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to intervention such as "mediate", "involve", and "engage in".

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Categorized English Verbs of Existence and Action
to intervene

to intentionally become involved in a difficult situation in order to improve it or prevent it from getting worse

Ex: The peacekeeping force was deployed to intervene in the conflict .
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to mediate

to help end a dispute between people by trying to find something on which everyone agrees

Ex: The couple decided to enlist the services of a marriage counselor to mediate their disagreements .
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to intermediate

to act as an agent between two parties in order to help resolve a problem or bring about an agreement

Ex: They decided to intermediate the disagreement by suggesting a compromise .
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to intercede

to talk to someone and convince them to help settle an argument or spare someone from punishment

Ex: He bravely interceded to stop the fight and prevent further escalation of violence .
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to interfere

to take part or get involved in something when it is not necessary or without invitation, in a way that is annoying to others

Ex: The coach reminded the spectators not to interfere with the game by entering the field.
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to interpose

to intervene or come between parties, often in a dispute, conflict, or negotiation

Ex: The counselor volunteered to interpose between the feuding friends .
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to engage in

to participate in or become involved in a particular activity, conversation, etc.

Ex: Athletes often engage in rigorous training sessions to improve their performance .
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to involve

to be part of an event, situation, or activity

Ex: We want to involve the workforce at all stages of the decision-making process .
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to get into

to become involved in or associated with a particular situation, activity, or group

Ex: He hoped to get into the local book club to discuss his favorite novels .
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to get in on

to participate in an ongoing activity or opportunity when others are already involved

Ex: The kids asked if they could get in on the baking fun in the kitchen.
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to walk into

to become involved in something unpleasant because of carelessness or ignorance

Ex: He walked into a scam when he responded to that suspicious email .
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to embroil

to involve someone in an argument, conflict, or complex situation

Ex: The politician 's statement inadvertently embroiled the entire party in a public relations crisis .
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to enter into

to begin or become involved in a particular state, situation, agreement, or relationship

Ex: It 's important to read and understand the terms before you enter into any contractual agreement .
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to entangle

to become involved in a complicated or difficult situation

Ex: Careless financial decisions can entangle individuals in debt .
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