peacemaker
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
- peacemaking noun
Etymology
Origin of peacemaker
late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425; peace, maker
Example Sentences
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Billboards showing Leo with the slogan "Blessed are the peacemakers" have sprouted across the country.
From Barron's
"We are sure we are on the road to peace, and as peacemakers we need to make it happen," Dmitriev told a conference in Saudi Arabia in late October.
From BBC
A’zion, who chose not to use the Adlon name professionally, is the middle child, the one stereotypically known for being the peacemaker.
From Los Angeles Times
And he used it to press his campaign to be recognised as a great peacemaker.
From BBC
As expected, Zelensky was careful to offer effusive praise for the host's prowess as a peacemaker and to repeatedly express his gratitude.
From BBC
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