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behest in French

behest in French is demande — behest means a command or authoritative request, especially in the phrase "at the behest of.".

behest in French

demande
noun
A command, bidding; sometimes also, an authoritative request; now usually in the phrase at the behest of and at one's behest. [from 12th c.]

What does "behest" mean?

  1. noun A command or authoritative request, especially in the phrase "at the behest of."
    "The new policy was introduced at the behest of the board."
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behest in a sentence

  • The new policy was introduced at the behest of the board.

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What is "behest" in French?

"behest" in French is demande. behest means: A command or authoritative request, especially in the phrase "at the behest of."

How do you use "behest" in a sentence?

Example: "The new policy was introduced at the behest of the board." In French, "behest" is demande.

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