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behalf

[bih-haf, -hahf] / bɪˈhæf, -ˈhɑf /
NOUN
personal interest
Synonyms
STRONGEST
favor side
STRONG
account advantage aid assistance benefit cause concern countenance defense encouragement furtherance good help part place profit recommendation representation sake service stead support welfare
Antonyms
STRONG
blockage disadvantage disapproval discouragement harm hindrance hurt impediment injury loss obstruction stop stoppage

Example Sentences

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The power of attorney should be “durable” and specify that you will make decisions on his behalf when he is incapacitated or otherwise unable to do so himself.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

Speaking after sentencing, Assistant Chief Constable Andy Hill said he wished to express sincere condolences to the Pinkney family on behalf of the force.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Under the model, CMS will negotiate drug pricing and coverage terms with manufacturers on behalf of state Medicaid agencies and Medicare Part D plans.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Nearly two dozen lawyers attended the hearing on behalf of the other plaintiffs.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

His investors were happy to let him pick stocks on their behalf, but they almost universally doubted his ability to foresee big macroeconomic trends.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis