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behalf

[bih-haf, -hahf] / bɪˈhæf, -ˈhɑf /


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Speaking on his behalf, the US Commerce Department told us there was no evidence of wrongdoing.

From BBC Jul. 14, 2026

She also opened the door to monetary sanctions for attorneys’ fees in the case on behalf of outside parties who weighed in on the case.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 13, 2026

Major talent agency CAA said it raised concerns with Meta on behalf of its clients.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 9, 2026

Recently, the agency interceded on Home Depot’s behalf in a case pending before the Supreme Court.

From Salon Jul. 9, 2026

In preparing litigation on behalf of the children we were representing, it was clear that these shocking and senseless crimes couldn’t be evaluated honestly without understanding the lives these children had been forced to endure.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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