in behalf of
on behalf of
on one's behalf
In place of; as a representative of; for.
John accepted the championship award on behalf of the team.
As a help to; for the good of.
The minister worked hard all his life in behalf of the poor.
in brief
in short
in a word
Briefly; to give the meaning of what has been said or written in a word or in a few words; in summary.
The children could play as long as they liked, they had no work to do, and nobody scolded them; in short, they were happy.
The speaker didn't know his subject, nor did he speak well; in brief, he was disappointing.
John is smart, polite, and well-behaved. In a word, he is admirable.
in cahoots with
In secret agreement or partnership with (someone); working together secretly with, especially for harm.
The mayor's enemies spread a rumor that he was in cahoots with gangsters.
in case of
in the event of
In order to meet the possibility of; lest there is; if there is; if there should be.
Take your umbrellas in case of rain.
The wall was built along the river in case of floods.
in case
In order to be prepared; as a precaution; if there is need. Usually used in the phrase just in case.
The bus is usually on time, but start early, just in case.
The big dog was tied up, but John carried a stick, just in case.
You’d better close the windows in case it rains.
We should be sure to leave for the airport early, just in case.
If it happens that; if it should happen that; if; lest.
Tom took his skates in case they found a place to skate.
Let me know in case you're not coming.
The night watchman is in the store in case there is ever afire.
Keep the window closed in case it rains.
I stayed home in case you called.
What shall we do in case it snows?
Cynthia, take one of your books in case you have some time to read on our trip.
in character
In agreement with a person's character or personality; in the way that a person usually behaves or is supposed to behave; as usual; characteristic; typical; suitable.
John was very rude at the party, and that was not in character because he is usually very polite.
The way Judy comforted the little girl was in character. She did it gently and kindly.
Suitable for the part or the kind of part being acted; natural to the way a character in a book or play is supposed to act.
The fat actor in the movie was in character because the character he played was supposed to be fat and jolly.
It would not have been in character for Robin Hood to steal from a poor man.
in charge of
in the charge of
Responsible for; having supervision or care of.
Marian is in charge of selling tickets.
The girl in charge of refreshments forgot to order the ice cream for the party.
When our class had a play, the teacher put Harold in charge of the stage curtain.
Jane is in charge of the office while Mrs. Haig is on a business trip.
Who is in charge of arrangements for the dance next week?
Under the care or supervision of.
The money was given in charge of Mr. Jackson for safekeeping.
Mother puts the baby in the charge of the baby-sitter while she is out.
in charge
In authority or control; in a position to care for or supervise; responsible.
If you have any questions, ask the boss. He's in charge.
Under care or supervision.
The sick man was taken in charge by the doctor.
During your visit to the library, you will be in the librarian's charge.