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interceded

/ɪntəˈsɛd/ verb · British & US
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What does interceded mean?

verb

to intervene on behalf of someone, especially in a dispute or emergency, or to come between two people or things in order to prevent harm or conflict.

Example

"The diplomat interceded on behalf of the hostages to negotiate their release."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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