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The phrase "advocated on behalf of" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing support or representation for someone or something, typically in a formal context.
Example: "The lawyer advocated on behalf of her client during the trial, ensuring that his rights were protected."
Alternatives: "represented" or "supported".
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However, it's customary for news organization to disclose relevant affiliations when they publish op-eds, especially when writers have advocated on behalf of one side of a conflict.
Volunteers carried out care activities (e.g. cutting up food), provided company, and on occasions advocated on behalf of the patients.
"Them taking him off this case is just a message to immigration judges to do what the boss says," said Matthew Archambault, an attorney who advocated on behalf of the respondent in the case.
In addition, some students advocated on behalf of concealed-carry laws.
Mr. Litvinoff also advocated on behalf of the rights of Jews in the postwar East Bloc.
Rabbi Epstein made his living appearing before the rabbinical courts, known as beit din, where he advocated on behalf of a spouse seeking an exit, another rabbi said.
Satyarthi began working under the tutelage of Swami Agnivesh, an Arya Samaj adherent and activist who advocated on behalf of women and children.
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Avoid constructions like "advocate for" or "advocate on behalf of".
It's advocating on behalf of the American people.
They advocate on behalf of the people they're serving".
The Pacers are advocating on behalf of traditionalists who prize size and physical strength.
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