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as in mediator
one who works with opposing sides in order to bring about an agreement
it took a friend serving as a buffer between the feuding siblings to get them to speak to one another again
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as in to soften
to lessen the shock of
during my walk an umbrella and thick coat buffered the freezing rain
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Recent Examples of buffer
Caroline Tien, SELF, 5 May 2025
The gig economy, which barely existed in 2008, now provides income buffers for many.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 1 May 2025
Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
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Noun
That’s because food helps ease the stress on your digestive system by acting as a buffer against the stomach acid.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 5 May 2025
The gig economy, which barely existed in 2008, now provides income buffers for many.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 1 May 2025
Verb
Gains this year could help buffer supplies through summer and into fall, even as statewide drought coverage has expanded again in 2025.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for buffer
Noun
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In an effort to keep negotiations from collapsing, Mr. Witkoff and Oman, which is acting as a mediator, are discussing creative options.—
Julian E. Barnes,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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The announcement comes as Iran and the U.S. prepare for a fifth round of talks in Rome, with Oman once again serving as mediator.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 May 2025
Noun
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The two mop pads, which are removable, oscillate and actually reach out beyond the circular form of the robot vacuum.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
19 May 2025
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Keep scrolling to find more markdowns on tents, sleeping pads, and more adventure-ready essentials.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
18 May 2025
Verb
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Its rich, tinted formula softens without compromising pigment making Eadem’s Lip Softening Balm a no-fuss makeup staple that will leave you looking primped on the go and after a long day.—
Valerie Butler,
Essence,
28 May 2025
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That said, the broader US housing market remains under pressure from persistent affordability challenges, elevated mortgage rates, and softening consumer sentiment.—
Joe Cornell,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
Noun
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Bielema was coaching the punt shield phase of the Badgers special teams unit and was ready to make a bold call.—
Bruce Feldman,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Critics have raised concerns that the effort to create such a shield would raise suspicions and exacerbate a global arms race as well as accelerate the weaponization of space.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
27 May 2025
Verb
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The fluid surrounds the brain and keeps it cushioned and protected from the skull.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 May 2025
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This portfolio's quarterly rebalancing of large-, mid-, and small-cap stocks enables it to capture gains during rallies while cushioning downside risks, as outlined in the RV Portfolio performance metrics.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
Noun
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Maduro’s use of intermediaries makes finding evidence difficult, and some intelligence sources may be biased, hoping their cooperation will bolster asylum claims.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2025
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Memos authored by House Republicans and Democrats, which have been declassified, showed that information about Papadopoulos’ contacts with Russian intermediaries triggered the FBI’s counterintelligence investigation in July 2016 of potential coordination between Russia and the Trump campaign.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
Noun
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Investigators at the scene found the housing to a side view mirror, a front driver’s side bumper component and a detached front driver’s side wheel trim.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
19 May 2025
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The 32-year-old driver was docked 60 championship points and 5 playoff points for a front bumper violation in Kansas.—
Lydia Mee,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
Noun
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Both are involved in South Florida real estate — Barreto is a Coral Gables developer and Pino is a Doral real estate broker.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2025
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In addition to the returns of Luther, Benji, and Ilsa, Vanessa Kirby makes her debut as arms broker Alanna Mitsopolis, a.k.a.—
Will Harris,
EW.com,
23 May 2025
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“Buffer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buffer. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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