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to interpose
01
to position or place oneself between other entities or objects
Intransitive
Transitive: to interpose oneself between two things or people
Examples
The brave lifeguard interposed himself between the struggling swimmer and the strong ocean current.
02
to insert or place something between other elements
Transitive: to interpose sth between two things
Examples
She gently interposed a bookmark between the pages of her favorite novel before setting it aside.
03
to interrupt or inject words into a conversation or discussion
Transitive: to interpose a remark
Examples
During the heated debate, he chose to interpose his opinion.
04
to intervene or come between parties, often in a dispute, conflict, or negotiation
Intransitive: to interpose | to interpose between people
Examples
The mediator was invited to interpose to facilitate a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflicts.
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