mediation
neutral process to resolve disputes
a process where a neutral person helps people who are in conflict talk and find an agreement, usually not in a court
mediation between [two sides] over [an issue]
- The company suggested mediation to settle the contract dispute without going to court.
- After months of fighting, the couple agreed to try mediation before filing for divorce.
- Union leaders entered mediation with management in an effort to avoid a strike.
- The mediation resulted in a written agreement that both parties signed.
- Some courts now require mediation in child-custody cases before a trial can begin.
- We chose mediation instead of a long court case.
- The two sides went to mediation to solve the problem.
- In mediation, a neutral person helps both sides talk.
- The mediation meeting lasted three hours.
- Their lawyer recommended mediation to save time and money.
intervention as a go-between
the act of being a go-between person or group who helps others connect, communicate, or work together
mediation by [someone] between [groups or people]
- The peace talks succeeded thanks to the mediation of several neutral countries.
- Through the mediation of local elders, the two villages reopened trade routes.
- Her appointment was secured by the discreet mediation of a powerful supporter.
- International mediation between the rival factions helped restore a fragile calm.
- The agreement was reached only after intense mediation by senior diplomats.
- The deal was made with the mediation of a trusted friend.
- Mediation by a third party can help two groups talk again.
- The teacher’s mediation stopped the argument between the classes.
- The problem was solved through the mediation of the manager.
- They needed outside mediation to connect the two teams.
indirect experience via a medium
the way something is changed or shown when we do not experience it directly, but only through language, images, or technology
mediation of [something] by [a medium]
- The book explores the mediation of social life by digital platforms.
- Some philosophers argue that all perception involves the mediation of language and culture.
- Online teaching changes learning through the mediation of screens and software.
- The film examines the mediation of memory through family photographs.
- Their research focuses on the technological mediation of political debate.
- Many friendships now happen through the mediation of social media.
- Our idea of war often comes from the mediation of TV and movies, not from direct experience.
- Language is a kind of mediation between our thoughts and other people.
- The mediation of reality by news websites can change what we think is important.
- Phones and apps add a new level of mediation to daily life.
religious or spiritual intercession
in religion, the work of a person or spiritual being who is between people and God and asks or acts for them
the mediation of [religious figure] between [humans] and [deity]
- The sermon focused on the unique mediation of Christ between God and humanity.
- Some traditions emphasize priestly mediation in the forgiveness of sins.
- He rejected the idea of saintly mediation and preferred to pray directly to God.
- The text explores the mediation of divine grace through the sacraments.
- Debates about spiritual mediation have shaped the history of the church.
- Many Christians believe in the mediation of Christ.
- In this religion, there is no need for priestly mediation.
- Some people pray through the mediation of saints.
- The book explains the idea of spiritual mediation between God and people.
- Different churches teach different things about mediation and prayer.
- Base: mediation
- Plural: mediation, mediations
court-ordered mediation
1mediation required by a court
mediation that people must do because a judge or court tells them to
- The judge referred the case to court-ordered mediation.
- In many family disputes, court-ordered mediation is now standard.
- They resolved their conflict during court-ordered mediation.
enter into mediation
1begin a formal mediation process
to officially start using a mediator to help end a conflict or solve a dispute
- Both sides agreed to enter into mediation rather than continue the lawsuit.
- The union announced that it would enter into mediation with the company next week.
- The court encouraged the parents to enter into mediation over custody issues.
family mediation
1mediation for family conflicts
mediation that helps family members solve problems, for example during divorce or over children
- They used family mediation to agree on a parenting plan.
- Family mediation can reduce stress for children during a separation.
- The charity offers free family mediation for low-income parents.
go to mediation
1attend a mediation session
to take part in a meeting with a mediator to try to solve a conflict
- They decided to go to mediation before filing for divorce.
- If we can’t agree, we’ll have to go to mediation.
- The landlord and tenant went to mediation to settle the unpaid rent.
mediation and arbitration
1pairing of mediation and arbitration
two common ways to solve legal or work problems without a normal court case: mediation and arbitration
- The contract requires the parties to use mediation and arbitration before going to court.
- Many companies now offer mediation and arbitration to handle employee complaints.
- The seminar covers negotiation, mediation and arbitration as dispute resolution tools.
through the mediation of
1by means of someone’s mediation
with the help or action of a person who is a go-between
- The agreement was reached through the mediation of an independent expert.
- Peace was restored largely through the mediation of local community leaders.
- The partnership was created through the mediation of a mutual friend.