取り持つ

Meaning

1. v5tvt
   to act as a go-between (for); to mediate; to arrange
2. v5tvt
   to entertain (guests); to treat; to receive

Example sentences

• ノルウェー人外交官が、歴史的文書を生んだ秘密交渉を取り持った。

  The Norwegian diplomat mediated the secret negotiations that produced the historic document.

• トムは場を取り持とうとした。

  Tom tried to break the ice.

• メアリーは、トムとジョンの仲を取り持とうとしてみたが、失敗に終わった。

  Mary tried her best to ensure Tom and John got along well together, but her efforts amounted to nothing.