mediate
verb (used with object)
to settle (disputes, strikes, etc.) as an intermediary between parties; reconcile.
have been mediating
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present perfect progressiveof mediate.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Countries that have been mediating the talks didn’t confirm Trump’s optimism in their formal comments.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
Egypt, Qatar and the United States have been mediating the negotiations.
From New York Times ● Apr. 9, 2024
For weeks, Saudi Arabia and the United States have been mediating between the warring parties.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 4, 2023
The Sudanese military’s withdrawal from the talks is a setback for Washington and Riyadh, which have been mediating between the two sides.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 1, 2023
I have never had a momentary approach to doubt or discontent where you have been mediating for me. . . .
From The Life of Charles Dickens, Vol. I-III, Complete by John Forster
