What is another word for Interposing?

Pronunciation: [ˌɪntəpˈə͡ʊzɪŋ] (IPA)

Interposing is a word that means to place or insert something between two other things. There are several synonyms for this word, including intervening, mediating, stepping in, and interjecting. Intervening implies coming between two parties or events to mediate or prevent a conflict. Mediating refers to resolving a conflict or dispute by acting as an intermediary. Stepping in suggests taking charge or control in a situation. Finally, interjecting suggests interrupting a conversation or adding something new to a discussion. All of these synonyms share the common theme of inserting something between two existing things.

What are the hypernyms for Interposing?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Interposing

His only wish was to go as straightly and quickly as possible to Cheyne Walk; but it soon appeared that Mrs. Hilbery either ignored or thought fit to baffle this desire by Interposing various errands of her own.
"Night and Day"
Virginia Woolf
And a telegram to mother, in case she should see something in the newspapers; tell her there is nothing the matter-only a trifling cold-" "Really, Mr. Moore," said the doctor, Interposing, "you must have a little care; you must calm yourself.
"Prince Fortunatus"
William Black
In his anxiety to press forward Gage had one or two narrow escapes from being rubbed off by Interposing trees.
"A Poached Peerage"
William Magnay

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