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Term: Intervenors

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

Definition: Individuals or organizations that intervene in a legal proceeding to protect their interests or represent a particular point of view that may be affected by the outcome.

Sample Sentence: The intervenors were allowed to present their evidence and arguments during the trial.

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1:

Definition: To become involved in a situation or conversation in order to alter or influence the outcome.

Sample Sentence: The mediator intervenes when the negotiations reach a deadlock.

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Sense 2:

Definition: To interrupt or disrupt an ongoing process or action.

Sample Sentence: The teacher intervenes when the students get too noisy during class.

Sense 3:

Definition: To provide financial assistance or support to individuals or communities in need.

Sample Sentence: The government intervened by providing food and shelter for the victims of the natural disaster.

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