Spell Bee Word: go-between

Basic Details

Word: Go-between

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A person who helps to communicate or negotiate between two parties.

Synonyms: Intermediary, mediator, agent

Antonyms: N/A

Idioms and Phrases

In the middle: Being in a position where you have to deal with two sides. Example: "As the go-between, she often found herself in the middle of the discussions."
Breaking the ice: To initiate conversation or interaction between parties. Example: "I acted as a go-between to help break the ice at the meeting."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The go-between facilitated the negotiations between the two companies to reach a successful agreement.

Example 2: In their role as a go-between, she made sure that both sides were heard and understood.

Example 3: His experience as a go-between helped resolve many misunderstandings in the team.

Fun Fact

The term "go-between" has been used since the 15th century and comes from the Middle English phrase "go betweene," referring to someone who literally goes between two people or groups to help them communicate.

Famous Quote

"The best way to resolve any problem in a relationship is to have a go-between who can clarify whatâ€™s being said." Unknown

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "go-between" mean?

a) A person who cooks
b) A person who helps communicate between two parties
c) A type of plant
d) A kind of vehicle

Answer: b) A person who helps communicate between two parties

2. Which of these is a synonym of "go-between"?

a) Agent
b) Teacher
c) Driver
d) Musician

Answer: a) Agent

3. Which sentence uses "go-between" correctly?

a) The go-between sang a song at the concert.
b) The go-between helped the friends resolve their argument.
c) The go-between ran a race.
d) The go-between painted a picture.

Answer: b) The go-between helped the friends resolve their argument.

4. Which idiom refers to being in a position to manage two sides?

a) Breaking the ice
b) In the middle
c) Dancing on air
d) Under the weather

Answer: b) In the middle

5. What is the opposite of "go-between"?

a) N/A
b) Bystander
c) Friend
d) Leader

Answer: a) N/A

Associated Words

gambol	garrison	gauntlet	generalisation
gentlemen	geography	geometric	geometry
go-between	govern	governs	grandeur
gratify	grief	guest

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