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behalf

[bih-haf, -hahf] / bɪˈhæf, -ˈhɑf /


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The IRS can force employers to withhold more of a person’s paycheck, or step in to file a stingy return on the person’s behalf.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

BBC Sport has contacted representatives of Daniel Dubois, who did not want to speak on behalf of father Dave Dubois.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

If I wanted to do serious work on behalf of gay people, I needed more than slogans and passion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Attorney Douglas Duncan appeared in Martin County, Fla., court Tuesday, waived arraignment on Woods’ behalf, entered not guilty pleas on the two misdemeanor charges and requested a trial by jury.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Mom wrapped her arm around my shoulders, hugging me tight against her side on Alice’s behalf.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day