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be·hoove
 behoove
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- pronunciation:
- b
huv
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb)
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
behooves, behooving, behooved |
| definition 1: |
to be necessary or suitable for; befit.
It behooves the witness not to break his oath. |
| definition 2: |
to be prudent or advisable for.
It behooves you to keep his good opinion. |
| related words: |
profit |
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