go-between
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of go-between
First recorded in 1590–1600; noun use of verb phrase go between
Example Sentences
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Without revealing his source, German top diplomat Johann Wadephul said a "direct meeting" between Washington and Tehran was expected "very soon" in Pakistan, which is acting as a go-between.
From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026
He acted as a go-between in negotiations with Mountbatten-Windsor over Sarah Ferguson's money troubles, and has connections to China.
From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026
Sargeant served as a go-between for the two governments, conveying messages as well as shopping for business opportunities.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026
That includes having an attorney figure out your will, set up a foundation and/or trust, and even serve as something of a go-between when dealing with lottery officials.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 22, 2025
But with Melanie working her hardest as go-between, it wasn’t too long before things began to be a little better.
From "The Egypt Game" by Zilpha Keatley Snyder
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