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Behest vs. Request
Behest
/bɪˈhest/Examples:
At his behest, the committee convened an emergency meeting.She completed the project at the CEO's behest.The soldiers acted upon the general’s behest during the operation.
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Request
/rɪˈkwest/Examples:
If she requests it, I will do it.Upon this head, Nicholas requested permission to add a few words." "Your request?
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This word has no antonymsWays to tell them apart:
- Request often implies asking for something politely or formally, whereas behest carries an authoritative or commanding tone.
- You might make a request if you want to borrow a book, but a behest is like an order from a king.
- Remember that request is more common in everyday language, while behest is more formal and old-fashioned.
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