English

Phrase

in the name of

1. With appeal to; often used to introduce oaths

   In the name of all things sacred, please stop that screaming!

2. By the authority of.

   In the name of the law, come out with your hands up.

3. Under the name or possession of

   He put the house in the name of his children.

4. Under the designation or excuse of

   This repression is justified in the name of security.

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