in the name of someone/something

Word Type: Idiom

Definition

To do something for the purpose of honoring or representing someone or something, often with the implication of justification or authority.

Example

  • “They built the new school in the name of community development.”
  • “The charity was founded in the name of helping underprivileged children.”
  • “The soldiers fought in the name of freedom and justice.”
  • “He made the decision in the name of the company’s best interests.”
  • “The project was launched in the name of environmental conservation.”