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behalf

[bih-haf, -hahf] / bɪˈhæf, -ˈhɑf /


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A GoFundMe campaign was launched Friday by Young on behalf of Lueders’ “mother Wendy and girlfriend Taylor to help cover the costs of both afterlife & memorial services in Chicago.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Collective Impact also allegedly paid more than $45,000 to or on behalf of her son going towards payroll, back rent payments and graduate school tuition, according to Jenkins.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Tech and finance executives say Wall Street isn’t far from offering agentic AI that can act on a person’s behalf across numerous accounts—essentially remaking the world of wealth management and investment advice.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

The decision to hold a state visit is made by the government, with the King travelling on behalf of the Foreign Office.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Afterward, I was once again chosen for the national team and selected to compete on behalf of my country at the World Championships, which would be held in Nanning, China, in October.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles