on behalf of
Example Sentences
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Barrett said he then "provided, or attempted to provide, information obtained in Ukraine to individuals he believed were acting on behalf of Russian intelligence services".
From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026
He later challenged the fine, with 3GS, the company contracted to hand out fines on behalf of Bristol City Council, admitting it was a case of mistaken identity.
From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026
Only a court-appointed executor or administrator generally has the authority to act on behalf of the probate estate.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 19, 2026
CNN released a statement praising Holmes for asking “a tough, relevant, and newsworthy question on behalf of the American people” and calling personal insults “beneath the office.”
From Slate ● Aug. 18, 2026
"Colonel Yurchenko," Ames announced, "I welcome you to the United States on behalf of the president of the United States."
From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau
