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behalf

[bih-haf, -hahf] / bɪˈhæf, -ˈhɑf /


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The law firm that filed the suit on behalf of the insurance company handles workers’ compensation cases, a representative said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2026

Sir Patrick Stewart 'used his stage on behalf of others'

From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2026

“Despite a congressional inquiry on my behalf, the Department of Education has not told me where my application stands in the queue and nor have they provided me with an estimated timeline,” Petley told reporters.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 30, 2026

The disclosure requirements also include group purchasing organizations tied to PBMs, which can collect rebate payments on their behalf.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026

A local legislator introduced a bill seeking compensation on Walter's behalf that prompted the local press to report that Walter was seeking $9 million.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson


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