Die Intervention
Example: Die Intervention der Polizei verhinderte den Streit schnell.
Definition
"Die Intervention" refers to the act of intervening, especially by authorities such as the police, to prevent or stop a conflict or dangerous situation. It often involves taking action to restore order or ensure safety in a timely and effective manner.
Etymology
The word "die Intervention" comes from the Latin 'interventio', meaning 'a coming between.' It entered German through French, maintaining the idea of stepping in or interfering in an ongoing event. Did you know? The term originally had a neutral tone but is now often associated with authoritative or protective actions.
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"Die Intervention" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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