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interpor

[ĩ.tɛɾ.poɾ]
verb
to interpose
1. to place or insert something between two things
The lawyer decided to interpose an objection during the trial.
O advogado decidiu interpor uma objeção durante o julgamento.
2. to intervene or mediate between parties
She interposed herself between the two arguing parties.
Ela se interpos entre as duas partes que discutiam.
3. to offer or present formally (especially in legal contexts)
The defendant interposes a plea of not guilty.
O réu interpõe uma alegação de inocência.
Synonyms
intercalarcolocar entreintervirmediarinterpenetrar
Antonyms
separarafastar

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
interpor
standard usage, commonly used in legal and formal contexts
Portugal
interpor
standard usage, formal and legal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

interpor objeção - to lodge an objection
interpor recurso - to file an appeal
interpor recurso ao tribunal - to appeal to court
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