Example Sentences

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But he has intervened in reviews and jettisoned other drugs that fall outside his bailiwick.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

His group has intervened in the two lawsuits against the federal government in defense of the plan.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2025

Zimbabwe’s parks agency has intervened to ease the problem with 100 solar-powered boreholes to pump underground water into pools for animals to drink.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 22, 2023

Louise Church, 47, said she visits the area regularly from her home in Swansea, and has intervened several times when people have been scaring the ponies.

From BBC • Sep. 12, 2023

This is when I realize that Coach has intervened.

From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick