Meaning 1neutral; formal contexts · 82%
To take decisive action that affects a situation or to step into it.
Natural examples
Die Lehrerin griff ein, bevor der Streit eskalierte.
Before the argument escalated, the teacher intervened.
Die Regierung greift in den Markt ein.
The government intervenes in the market.
Der Rettungsschwimmer musste sofort eingreifen.
The lifeguard had to step in immediately.
Usage note
A separable strong verb, often followed by in + accusative. The pattern can describe interference with something.
Mini-lesson: eingreifen
To take decisive action that affects a situation or to step into it. A separable strong verb, often followed by in + accusative. The pattern can describe interference with something.
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