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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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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

These are custodial accounts, so the custodian, typically a parent, would make decisions around rollovers and investments on behalf of the child.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Lord Justice Bean, on behalf of the three judges, said he recognised "the challenging task" the school's staff faced and that in the "overwhelming majority" of cases, their conduct was "beyond any criticism".

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

SaaS companies have rolled out AI tools, such as agents that can autonomously take actions on behalf of humans.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

“I’m here on behalf of the Oakland Police Department to help facilitate a fair exchange of ideas.”

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.