as in mediator
one who works with opposing sides in order to bring about an agreement
the former diplomat is coming out of retirement to lend his talents as a peacemaker to these crucial negotiations
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Recent Examples of peacemaker
The world did not become more peaceful and democratic, despite the efforts of Norwegian peacemakers.
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Ola Morris Innset,
The Dial,
2 June 2026
The Nazarene saved his kindest words for the meek, the poor, the peacemakers — who are sorely lacking in Pratt’s caravan of disaffected liberals, Trumpers and the wealthy.
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Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
And so, she's seemed like a peacemaker at times, genuinely concerned and confused about the verbal sparring of her co-stars, along with their ability to shake it off quickly in the name of fun.
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Essence Editors,
Essence,
18 May 2026
At their best, judges are peacemakers.
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Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for peacemaker
Ola Morris Innset,
The Dial,
2 June 2026
The Nazarene saved his kindest words for the meek, the poor, the peacemakers — who are sorely lacking in Pratt’s caravan of disaffected liberals, Trumpers and the wealthy.
—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
And so, she's seemed like a peacemaker at times, genuinely concerned and confused about the verbal sparring of her co-stars, along with their ability to shake it off quickly in the name of fun.
—
Essence Editors,
Essence,
18 May 2026
At their best, judges are peacemakers.
—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for peacemaker
Recent Examples of Synonyms for peacemaker
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During the 2012-13 NHL lockout, the two sides used FMCS, and recommendations by mediator Scot Beckenbaugh were thought to help the NHL and NHLPA find a solution.
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Kushner has joined fellow peace envoy Steve Witkoff in Doha, Qatar, a country acting as mediator between the two sides, to hammer out a resolution.
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The union’s chief negotiator urged Newsom and the state’s other leaders to include a raise for SEIU Local 1000 employees in light of the state’s relatively strong budget.
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Kazem Gharibabadi, a senior negotiator and deputy foreign minister, denied any talks had been scheduled, in comments published by IRNA.
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Newsom, who is a potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidate, has been taking heavy criticism from within his own party over his efforts — in part through his new podcast — to cast himself in the role of conciliator.
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On Tuesday, Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors are set to meet again in Washington for the fifth meeting to bring about an end to the war.
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Parmida is also an ambassador for bodybuilding apparel brand Darc Sport, per her Instagram.
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Just verify messages directly, use a password manager, turn on account alerts and shrink the personal data brokers keep on you.
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Wondr Health, which provides GLP-1s via employers, named Patti Rittling head of broker and consultant relations.
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As a minister and intercessor, Martin was known for leading prayer, teaching Bible study, and guiding followers in cultivating a dedicated prayer life.
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“Peacemaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peacemaker. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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