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behalf

[bih-haf, -hahf] / bɪˈhæf, -ˈhɑf /


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Fans on social media took offense to Olson’s comment on Rodriguez’s behalf.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026

Markets are volatile, which is good for banks’ businesses facilitating trades on behalf of clients, and the AI boom demands seemingly endless new financing.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026

Cybersecurity was a main focus of the product launch, with Microsoft announcing a variety of features to ensure governance and accountability for AI agents, which are bots that can act on a user’s behalf.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 7, 2026

“Where were you when the child pleaded for help?” said the family member, who attended the board meeting on the family’s behalf.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026

“On behalf of the gods and storytellers around the world, we hope you leave with your life intact and your imagination brimming.”

From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi




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