behoove
Example Sentences
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One would think, in order to rise to the level of a Supreme Court justice, it would behoove a person to be fond of a rigorous debate.
From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026
Which would behoove all of us right now.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 2, 2024
But it might behoove the Seahawks to play as if they must win, and maybe use that to get off to a better start and not keep playing from behind.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 29, 2023
This is a major trust issue for a lot of couples, and a serious one, so it may also behoove you to see a marriage counselor to talk it out.
From Slate • Aug. 3, 2023
Would it not behoove the Department of Homeland Security to add a name to their roster of dangerous individuals?
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
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