intervene synonyms

intervene

v.

  1. To settle

    step in, intercede, mediate; see arbitrate, negotiate 1, reconcile 2.

  2. To happen

    take place, occur, be between; see happen 2.

  3. To meddle

    come between, interpose, intrude; see interrupt 2, meddle 1.

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