in the name of
The phrase "in the name of" is used to indicate authority, representation, or justification for an action.
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Definition
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(common)By the authority or on behalf of someone or something.
Example
- Open, in the name of the law!
B2General
(common)For the sake of or in the interest of a particular cause or principle.
Example
- In the name of love, they made many sacrifices.
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(common)Under the designation or justification of a particular label or excuse.
Example
- They committed acts of violence in the name of religion.
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