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How to pronounce behest in American English
“behest” pronunciation by American speakers
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“behest” in real sentences — American speakers
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at the behest of the President.
The Obama White House
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Sometimes it's at the behest of the incumbents.
Dept of Justice
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directors, it does not belong to us; we work at their behest.
NIST
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