CEFR B2

peacekeepers

noun

Meaning

A person, especially a soldier, who is part of a neutral force sent to prevent or stop fighting in an area of conflict.

Examples

The United Nations sent peacekeepers to the war-torn region to protect civilians.
Being a peacekeeper requires immense courage and impartiality in difficult situations.

Synonyms: mediator, monitor, intervener, conciliator

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peacekeepers (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈpiːsˌkiːpər/

Definition

A person, especially a soldier, who is part of a neutral force sent to prevent or stop fighting in an area of conflict.

Examples

The United Nations sent peacekeepers to the war-torn region to protect civilians.
Being a peacekeeper requires immense courage and impartiality in difficult situations.
Local residents welcomed the peacekeepers, hoping for an end to the violence.

How to Use peacekeepers

peacekeeper mission (collocation): An operation carried out by peacekeepers. — "The peacekeeper mission aimed to stabilize the region."
peacekeeper force (collocation): A group of peacekeepers. — "An international peacekeeper force was established."

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