Behoove (one) to (do something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "behoove (one) to (do something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2022-04-25 04:04

Meaning of Behoove (one) to (do something)

Synonyms:

incumbent (up)on (someone) to (do something)

Behoove (one) to (do something) phrase cliché

The full version of this phrase is "it behooves (one) to (do something)"

To be essential, necessary, or obligatory for one to do something.

 

It behooves you to mail your application before July 1st.

It behooves him to give up his seat to a pregnant woman.

After a week on the run, he thought it behooved him to give himself up to the police.

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The most crucial person or necessary thing.

Grammar and Usage of Behoove (one) to (do something)

Verb Forms

  • behooves (one) to (do something)
  • behooved (one) to (do something)

This phrase is usually used in simple present or past tense.
 

Origin of Behoove (one) to (do something)

The origin of this phrase is not clear.

 

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