Intervene
Definition
(verb) To step in to change a situation
Examples
“History has shown that when powerful nations intervene, their motives are rarely selfless.”
“Please intervene before he starts yelling.”
“Maya had to intervene when the dog got loose on Maple Street.”
“The teacher intervened when two boys shoved each other by the lockers.”
“If the alarm goes off again, call security and let them intervene.”
Related words
Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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