Definition of Behest

a request of great importance

Examples of Behest in a sentence

At the president’s behest, the prisoner will be pardoned for his crimes.  🔊

The low calorie version of the beer was developed at the behest of weight conscious individuals.  🔊

At the director’s behest, I am being called back for a second audition.  🔊

The singer decided to perform two more songs at the behest of her audience.  🔊

At the governor’s behest, the attorney general will reopen a closed homicide case.  🔊

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