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behooves

The correct spelling is behooves.

How to pronounce behooves

verb

Say it like: Beh-oov-es

The correct spelling is behooves. To befit, to suit.

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Definition

verb

  1. 1.To befit, to suit.
  2. 2.To be necessary for (someone).
  3. 3.To be in the best interest of; to benefit.
  4. 4.To be needful, meet or becoming.

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