behest
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For instance, he might have threatened to repeal the $25 minimum wage for healthcare workers the state enacted in 2023 at the union’s behest.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026
The closed-end fund will not issue or redeem shares at the behest of a market maker.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
His sister already lived in the United States and, at her behest, he joined her in November 2005, entering the U.S. illegally and settling in Los Angeles.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
He gave the example of a hot trend in "agentic" AI in which digital assistants handle computer tasks independently at the behest of people.
From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026
"I am come at Her Grace's behest, not to drink with you, Imp."
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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