Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
at-the-instance-of
Phrase
/æt ði ˈɪnstəns ʌv/
Definition
At the instance of is a phrase used to indicate that something was done at the request or suggestion of someone.
Examples
- The documents were filed at the instance of the judge.
- She initiated the project at the instance of her supervisor.
- The changes were made at the instance of the board of directors.
Meaning
This phrase is often used in legal or formal contexts to refer to actions taken or decisions made due to the prompting of a particular individual or authority.
Synonyms
- At the request of
- At the urging of
- At the suggestion of
