honest broker
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of honest broker
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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Europeans are easily spooked, but they also increasingly think the U.S. isn’t an honest broker.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 29, 2026
He gained a reputation as an honest broker — and for being able to spot the value in merchandise that others couldn’t sell.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2025
The prime minister was determined to be an honest broker between two allies, America and Ukraine.
From BBC ● Mar. 3, 2025
That evidence undercut Costello's claim to be an honest broker.
From Salon ● May 21, 2024
In fact, while we were keen to have Ludorf step down, we secredy hoped that Rumpff, whom we respected as an honest broker, would decide not to recuse himself.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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